slide

Example Sentences

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The stock market overcame a steep early slide to mostly finish higher.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

The Moon will slide directly in front of the Sun so its bright face is completely covered to reveal its normally concealed shimmering halo, with Earth hanging off to one side.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Fine control over surface texture could help regulate friction, allowing small robots to either grip surfaces or slide across them.

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

The sneaker and athletic apparel company logged a profit of $520 million as sales in China continued to slide.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

“The slide could sweep down to Spirit Lake, dam it to a high level. Mudflows would sluice down valley … the whole cracked north flank could slide.”

From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone