1
as in falls
to decline gradually from a standard level
the store's quality of service began to slip after the new owners took over
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2
as in stumbles
to go down from an upright position suddenly and involuntarily
be careful not to slip on the spilled oil
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3
as in sneaks
to introduce in a gradual, secret, or clever way
casually slipped it into the conversation
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5
as in flows
to move or proceed smoothly and readily
jumped into the car and slipped behind the wheel
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as in sheds
to cast (a natural bodily covering or appendage) aside
periodically crabs slip their shells and grow new ones
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as in mistakes
an unintentional departure from truth or accuracy
a careless slip of the tongue
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3
as in escapes
the act or an instance of getting free from danger or confinement
gave her pursuers the slip
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as in trips
a wrong judgment
that's not the sort of slip that a prudent person would have made
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Recent Examples of slips
Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Beat out Luke Gifford in practice or Gifford’s play slips?
—Matt Barrows, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025
All of these are holdovers from last year, except for Cody Johnson, who slips into a slot claimed in the 2024 noms by Jelly Roll.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 8 Sep. 2025
Wendy slips into a trance state and begins to channel Lizzo.
—Allison P. Davis, Vulture, 8 Sep. 2025
Today, with talk of a second Oscar nomination, the actor slips into a fatherly role in Hamnet playing the legendary playwright William Shakespeare, based on Maggie O'Farrell’s bestselling 2020 novel of the same name.
—Tommy McArdle, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
Then the two leaders discussed how to handle it if the headset communication cuts off, slips to a low volume or becomes scratchy.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 5 Sep. 2025
This extra step ensures that even if a threat slips past your router's defenses, your devices stay protected.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2025
The cosmos is putting a microscope on the situation, so nothing slips through the cracks!
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2025
The line includes bras, underwear, slips, robes and layering pieces meant to transition from private wear to day-to-day wardrobes.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2025
Consider a no-sock rule while in the toddler tower, as slips can happen.
—Devonne Goode, Parents, 4 Sep. 2025
Chaining together standard and heavy blows with acrobatic spins, slips, and dives is fluid and intuitive — leaving combat feeling like an ever-climaxing dance of death that often ends with insta-kill execution moves.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 3 Sep. 2025
Trump contends blue slips are being abused as a tool of partisan obstruction.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 3 Sep. 2025
Also on Tuesday, a video with Didi showing off boxes of Haitian money wrapped with bank slips circulated on Haitian social media alongside postings of other notorious gang leaders partying over the weekend in various parts of the capital.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 2 Sep. 2025
Too many curries, too much repetition, and engagement slips.
—Lela London, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2025
Amenities like lighthouses, moorings, slips and more were added over the years.
—Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2025
Verb
That answer will likely dictate whether XRP enters a new growth phase or slips back into another stretch of uncertainty.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Beat out Luke Gifford in practice or Gifford’s play slips?
—Matt Barrows, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025
All of these are holdovers from last year, except for Cody Johnson, who slips into a slot claimed in the 2024 noms by Jelly Roll.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 8 Sep. 2025
Wendy slips into a trance state and begins to channel Lizzo.
—Allison P. Davis, Vulture, 8 Sep. 2025
Today, with talk of a second Oscar nomination, the actor slips into a fatherly role in Hamnet playing the legendary playwright William Shakespeare, based on Maggie O'Farrell’s bestselling 2020 novel of the same name.
—Tommy McArdle, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
Then the two leaders discussed how to handle it if the headset communication cuts off, slips to a low volume or becomes scratchy.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 5 Sep. 2025
This extra step ensures that even if a threat slips past your router's defenses, your devices stay protected.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2025
The cosmos is putting a microscope on the situation, so nothing slips through the cracks!
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Noun
When Simone decides to grasp Kiki’s life for herself by starting an affair with Peter, though, Michaela’s beatific facade slips.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2025
The line includes bras, underwear, slips, robes and layering pieces meant to transition from private wear to day-to-day wardrobes.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2025
Consider a no-sock rule while in the toddler tower, as slips can happen.
—Devonne Goode, Parents, 4 Sep. 2025
Chaining together standard and heavy blows with acrobatic spins, slips, and dives is fluid and intuitive — leaving combat feeling like an ever-climaxing dance of death that often ends with insta-kill execution moves.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 3 Sep. 2025
Trump contends blue slips are being abused as a tool of partisan obstruction.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 3 Sep. 2025
Also on Tuesday, a video with Didi showing off boxes of Haitian money wrapped with bank slips circulated on Haitian social media alongside postings of other notorious gang leaders partying over the weekend in various parts of the capital.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 2 Sep. 2025
Too many curries, too much repetition, and engagement slips.
—Lela London, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2025
Amenities like lighthouses, moorings, slips and more were added over the years.
—Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for slips
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Oregon rises after beating Oklahoma State by 66, while Clemson falls after trailing Troy at halftime before a 27-16 win.—
Chris Vannini,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Raising systemic issues and then resolving them with humor falls flat for this critic.—
Beandrea July,
IndieWire,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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As first reported by Deadline, the plot follows a boy who stumbles upon a secret late-night broadcast of lizards playing otherworldly music, after which a hidden door to the extraordinary swings open.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Sep. 2025
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The trio stumbles upon a crucial piece of evidence - and promptly compromises it.—
Billie Melissa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Aloe vera sneaks in lightweight hydration, and wheat protein helps strengthen to keep breakage at bay.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
10 Sep. 2025
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And if his club sneaks into the postseason and perhaps make a successful run, don’t forget his role in getting them there.—
Tony Blengino,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Danger lurks next to Campbell, too.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
4 Sep. 2025
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This, too, is where savagery lurks—in tedious, monotonous tasks.—
Seema Jilani
August 29,
Literary Hub,
29 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Raft the Animas River Colorado’s world-famous whitewater includes the Animas River, which flows by Durango.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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The water condenses on the glass and flows down a tube to emerge as fresh, drinkable water.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
6 Sep. 2025
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The Price Tracker also sheds light on national trends.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Sep. 2025
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There are a number of changes to addresses for 2026 as the IRS sheds employees and consolidates spaces.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Several videos begin with Taddese’s friend, who wore a white shirt and gray pants, pushing a persondown as that individual trips him.—
PJ Green,
Kansas City Star,
12 Sep. 2025
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In Bora Bora, trips with Bora Diving Center (by Eleuthera) are another good bet for seeing mantas and schooling eagle rays within the famous lagoon.—
Terry Ward,
AFAR Media,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Wednesday then infiltrates Isaac and Francoise’s operation.—
Selome Hailu,
Variety,
4 Sep. 2025
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As Rob rises as the leader of a band of rebel outlaws, Marian infiltrates the power at court, as both work together to thwart royal corruption and bring peace to the land.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
28 Aug. 2025
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“Slips.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slips. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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