slip on
Example Sentences
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“Let’s just hope he doesn’t slip on any ballroom banana peels, though, if he can dodge a fastball, he can handle a quickstep!”
From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026
But she always raises her exceptionally dainty feet for her sergeant to slip on the paper booties at a crime scene — and never fails to check on the welfare of those left behind.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 9, 2025
Spurs let a 2-0 lead slip on Sunday and Ange Postecoglou's side have now won just one of their past seven games in all competitions.
From BBC • Dec. 10, 2024
When there is a new stage show, the shoes of the costumes need to be tested to make sure the performers won’t trip or slip on stage.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 27, 2024
I hurry to slip on my gloves and like the others, fall into line.
From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera
