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    slipping

    US /'slɪpɪŋ/

    ・

    UK /'slɪpɪŋ/

    B1
    v.i.Intransitive VerbTo begin to fall as a result of losing balance
    He was slipping through the curb because of the pile of snow outside
    v.i.Intransitive VerbTo escape or become free from something
    The fish moved so much he was slipping away from me
    v.i.Intransitive VerbTo move from one state to another, usually worse
    He is slipping into a coma, the Doctor warned us this could happen
    v.i.Intransitive VerbTo slide out of place or fall to the ground
    The plate is slipping from her hand, she is carrying too much, help her can you
    v.i.Intransitive VerbTo occur or pass rapidly
    The animals are slipping by quietly
    v.t.Transitive VerbTo put something in a place quietly and secretly
    He’s always slipping a few extra dollars into his daughter’s purse

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    Why does America love football? The answer is imperialism | Edge of Sports

    06:17Why does America love football? The answer is imperialism | Edge of Sports
    • But only in a country such as this one, only in the United States of anxiety do people clutch this sport so firmly,  and maybe we clutch it because we feel it all just slipping away.

      But only in a country such as this one, only in the United States of anxiety do people clutch this sport so firmly,  and maybe we clutch it because we feel it all just slipping away.

    • and maybe we clutch it because we  feel it all just slipping away.

      and maybe we clutch it because we  feel it all just slipping away.

    B1

    10 Signs Your Mental Health is Getting Worse

    08:2510 Signs Your Mental Health is Getting Worse
    • If you feel yourself slipping below your comfort level, pay attention to this.

      If you feel yourself slipping below your comfort level, pay attention to this.

    • If you feel yourself slipping below your comfort level, pay attention to this.

      If you feel yourself slipping below your comfort level, pay attention to this.

    B1

    What is Art for?

    05:53What is Art for?
    • But that seems a misplaced worry. We need pretty things close to us not because we're in danger of forgetting the bad stuff, but because terrible problems weigh so heavily on us, that we're in danger of slipping into despair and depression.

      But that seems a misplaced worry. We need pretty things close to us not because we're in danger of forgetting the bad stuff, but because terrible problems weigh so heavily on us, that we're in danger of slipping into despair and depression.

    • on us, that we’re in danger of slipping into despair and depression.

      on us, that we’re in danger of slipping into despair and depression.

    B1

    The Cascadia Fault Is Ready To Rupture: A MEGA Earthquake Is Coming!

    10:58The Cascadia Fault Is Ready To Rupture: A MEGA Earthquake Is Coming!
    • These studies reveal that the subduction zone is not continuously slipping, but rather locked, accumulating strain over centuries.

      These studies reveal that the subduction zone is not continuously slipping, but rather locked, accumulating strain over centuries.

    • These studies reveal that the subduction zone is not continuously slipping but rather locked, accumulating strain over centuries.

      These studies reveal that the subduction zone is not continuously slipping but rather locked, accumulating strain over centuries.

    B2

    Spring /Summer 2025 Fashion Trends You’ll Absolutely Love | 20 Chic Styles & Must-Have Looks!

    13:31Spring /Summer 2025 Fashion Trends You’ll Absolutely Love | 20 Chic Styles & Must-Have Looks!
    • Powder Pink Ensemble Imagine slipping into a powder pink tailored blazer paired with matching high-waisted shorts.

      Powder Pink Ensemble Imagine slipping into a powder pink tailored blazer paired with matching high-waisted shorts.

    • Powder Pink Ensemble: Imagine slipping into a powder pink tailored blazer paired with matching high-waisted shorts.

      Powder Pink Ensemble: Imagine slipping into a powder pink tailored blazer paired with matching high-waisted shorts.

    B2

    Top 10 BEST Rip Off Songs Of All Time

    15:37Top 10 BEST Rip Off Songs Of All Time
    • The message of clinging to love, even when it's slipping away, is universal, connecting even with those who haven't experienced heartbreak.

      The message of clinging to love, even when it's slipping away, is universal, connecting even with those who haven't experienced heartbreak.

    • The message of clinging to love, even when it's slipping away, is universal, connecting even with those who haven't experienced heartbreak.

      The message of clinging to love, even when it's slipping away, is universal, connecting even with those who haven't experienced heartbreak.

    B2

    Sesame Street: Elmo Rides a Fire Truck with Blippi and Grover!

    12:35Sesame Street: Elmo Rides a Fire Truck with Blippi and Grover!
    • Firefighter Steven's firefighter boots protect him from the heat of the fire and also protect him from slipping on the fire ground.

      Firefighter Steven's firefighter boots protect him from the heat of the fire and also protect him from slipping on the fire ground.

    • Firefighter Steven's firefighter boots protect him from the heat of the fire and also protect him from slipping on the fire ground.

      Firefighter Steven's firefighter boots protect him from the heat of the fire and also protect him from slipping on the fire ground.

    B1

    ACCOUNTANT EXPLAINS: 6 Ways to Double Your Savings THIS Month

    06:58ACCOUNTANT EXPLAINS: 6 Ways to Double Your Savings THIS Month
    • But when you reduce the amount that's available to you, it prevents that money from just slipping through your fingers on everyday expenses.

      But when you reduce the amount that's available to you, it prevents that money from just slipping through your fingers on everyday expenses.

    • when you reduce the amount that's available to you, it prevents that money from just slipping through your fingers on everyday expenses.

      when you reduce the amount that's available to you, it prevents that money from just slipping through your fingers on everyday expenses.

    A2

    Traffic Cam Caper | S1 E21 | Full Episode | Phineas and Ferb | @disneyxd

    22:31Traffic Cam Caper | S1 E21 | Full Episode | Phineas and Ferb | @disneyxd
    • I'm slipping!

      I'm slipping!

    • Candace, help! The oil! I-I'm slipping!

      Candace, help! The oil! I-I'm slipping!

    B1

    'The View' Reacts To Pres. Trump Talking First 100 Days In ABC News Interview

    07:15'The View' Reacts To Pres. Trump Talking First 100 Days In ABC News Interview
    • I know what I think and why I didn't vote for him, but I was curious why, although his numbers are slipping, there are some people, and I'm sure we all know some of them or work with them or are neighbors with some who really believe he's doing a good job.

      I know what I think and why I didn't vote for him, but I was curious why, although his numbers are slipping, there are some people, and I'm sure we all know some of them or work with them or are neighbors with some who really believe he's doing a good job.

    • But I was curious why, although his numbers are slipping, there are some people—and I'm sure we all know some of them or work with them or are neighbors with some—who really believe he's doing a good job.

      But I was curious why, although his numbers are slipping, there are some people—and I'm sure we all know some of them or work with them or are neighbors with some—who really believe he's doing a good job.

    B1