sliding

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When that level was breached in late April, it was quickly followed by the dollar sliding by more than 2% against its Japanese counterpart, prompting speculation among traders and analysts that Japanese authorities had intervened.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

You can do this gradually to avoid sliding into high tax brackets and Medicare surcharges.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

China’s new car market faces hypercompetition with over 100 brands, leading to sliding profitability for domestic automakers.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

As a very young child I remember sliding into the booths with my father, whose office was nearby on Wilshire.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

I raised my hands, the fish sliding out of my skirt and onto the floor.

From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff