slip past

Example Sentences

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When the stock market appears unstoppable, it is easy for investors to slip past the thin line without noticing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

Perhaps apply the philosophies of all those “New Year, New You” mindfulness coaches to breaking news or can’t-miss promises designed to manipulate emotions to slip past our logical safeguards.

From Salon • Jan. 21, 2026

Lemon could slip past tacklers with his speed — or just as easily plow right through them.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 6, 2025

Some can slip past our defenses and invade without even causing symptoms.

From Science Daily • Nov. 21, 2024

I nod in agreement, squeeze my lips into a forced smile, and slip past her before she can ask any other questions.

From "The Sky at Our Feet" by Nadia Hashimi