as in to dip
to go to a lower level especially abruptly
the local economy skidded when the last manufacturing plant moved away
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Recent Examples of skid
Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2025
Joaquin Buckley Kamaru Usman (20-4) , the former UFC welterweight champion, enters UFC Atlanta on a three-fight losing skid.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
Suzanne Rowan Kelleher, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
In 2020, an Air India Express—a subsidiary of Air India—with almost 200 passengers and crew skidded off a runway during heavy rain, killing 17.
—Hannah Parry
barney Henderson, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 June 2025
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Verb
There will almost certainly be a stretch of games more surprising than the team’s 7-0 start to the season or its 0-6 skid a couple of weeks ago.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2025
Joaquin Buckley Kamaru Usman (20-4) , the former UFC welterweight champion, enters UFC Atlanta on a three-fight losing skid.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
Noun
Topline The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a JetBlue flight that skidded off the runway at Boston Logan International Airport on Thursday, officials said.
—Suzanne Rowan Kelleher, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
In 2020, an Air India Express—a subsidiary of Air India—with almost 200 passengers and crew skidded off a runway during heavy rain, killing 17.
—Hannah Parry
barney Henderson, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for skid
Verb
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As for having children, 37.7 percent of childless respondents expressed the intention to do so—up 5.1 points—while the willingness to do so dipped slightly among those with at least one child, citing the costs and challenges of child rearing.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 July 2025
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The data from the monitors has helped district scientists find patterns about the gas: concentrations typically skyrocket at night and the higher emissions are lasting longer before dipping to levels the state says won’t cause a nuisance.—
Tammy Murga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 July 2025
Noun
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Dua Lipa's new diamante floral manicure is also still in keeping with the manicure she was spotted wearing in Paris in May, which featured a pink nude base and a strategic placement of tiny silver stars (see slide 18 for a close-up snap).—
Fiona Embleton,
Glamour,
29 June 2025
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Sanders’ draft slide lasted until the third day, when Cleveland selected him.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
29 June 2025
Verb
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Season two saw Valerie cast in an HBO project about the sitcom writer who made her life hell in season one, earning widespread acclaim professionally even as her personal life was falling apart.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
27 June 2025
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Monthly spending has also fallen by almost $20 year-over-year.—
Jon Kirchner,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
Noun
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Hunting white sea bass can require up to 100 dives in a single day.—
Mike Raabe,
Outdoor Life,
2 July 2025
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From crawfish boils in dive bars to drag brunches that'll make your wig spin, the city's serving up a spicy slice of Louisiana, Texas-style.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
Verb
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In 1996, a 3-year-old boy tumbled 24 feet into a gorilla enclosure after sliding through a barrier at a Chicago-area zoo.—
Mark Gray,
People.com,
27 June 2025
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Adjust earnings per share tumbled 86% to 14 cents, beating Wall Street forecasts by a penny.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
27 June 2025
Noun
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At the Koh Lanta property, the pool villas are especially popular because of the private plunge pool, waterfront location and extra space.—
Judy Koutsky,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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An eight-person spa offers a refreshing post-ride plunge.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
25 June 2025
Verb
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LeBron James already opted in to a $52.6 million deal with the Lakers for next season, the Rockets traded for Durant and the Los Angeles Clippers saw James Harden decline his option in return for a new deal and a raise.—
Tim Reynolds,
Chicago Tribune,
1 July 2025
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Starbucks declined to comment beyond what executives have previously said about hiring plans.—
Glen Luke Flanagan,
Fortune,
30 June 2025
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Bezos invited President Donald Trump to the wedding, the Journal reported, though Trump will not make the trip due to scheduling conflicts.—
Antonio Pequeño IV,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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The store also buys your old stuff, but make sure the buyer is there before making the trip.—
Katie Black,
Charlotte Observer,
27 June 2025
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“Skid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skid. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.
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