slip
word
Definition
To slip means to lose your footing and slide by accident, or to move smoothly, quietly, or easily. It can also mean to put something quickly into a place without much notice.
Usage & Nuances
Common patterns: 'slip and fall', 'slip into' clothes/bed/a room, and 'slip something into' a bag, pocket, or conversation. 'Slip' often suggests something quick, quiet, smooth, or accidental; don't confuse it with 'slide', which is more physical and less often about secrecy.
Example Sentences
Be careful on the wet floor, or you might slip.
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She slipped the note into her bag.
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He slipped into the room without a sound.
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I almost slipped on the ice this morning.
natural
She slipped out early before the meeting ended.
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Can you slip this question into the interview somehow?
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