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Vocabulary Entry
slipping
|verb • noun • adjective
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V
verb
The act of losing one's footing or to move smoothly and quietly.
Example Sentences
"He was slipping on the icy sidewalk."
"She could feel herself slipping into a deep sleep."
"The company is slipping in the market due to poor sales."
N
noun
An act of slipping; a loss of traction or a mistake.
Example Sentences
"He had a slipping of his footing while climbing."
"Her brief slippage in concentration caused the accident."
"The car skidded, resulting in a minor slippage on the road."
A
adjective
Characterized by or tending to slip.
Example Sentences
"The slipping grip on the handle made it hard to hold on."
"She wore slipping shoes that were too big for her."
"The slipping slope made it dangerous to walk."