sliding

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

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

Crude futures extended losses, sliding as much as 4% despite a sharp drawdown in U.S. stocks and as traders continue to monitor U.S.-Iran negotiations.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 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

Peter dragged him away, then picked him up in his arms and came sliding and stumbling past us.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo