slip by

Example Sentences

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It’s a trademark look that always makes me think if this doesn’t work out, he’ll opt to live on a boat in some not-too-expensive slip by the Bay.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

Aitchison hit three boundaries in 10 balls but then fell lbw to Anderson, who also had Shoaib Bashir caught at slip by Harry Singh for two in his next over.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

Duckett should have been caught at first slip by Ben McKinney on six off the impressive Potts.

From BBC • Nov. 14, 2025

And Norris’ error into Turn One, locking his inside front wheel, allowed Sainz to slip by and reduced the pressure from Leclerc, who had been lining up for a move on his team-mate.

From BBC • Oct. 19, 2024

I didn't want to dent the morning's shine by stammering, so I tried to slip by Mr. Castle without being seen.

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell