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
Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 30 Oct. 2025
Cal has skidded to last in the ACC in rushing yards at 94.3 per game.
—Jeff Faraudo, Mercury News, 24 Oct. 2025
Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 4 Nov. 2025
With pitching and defense as staples, the Cubs maintained a steady pace and avoided the prolonged skids that doomed previous seasons.
—Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2025
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Verb
Steer clear of puddles - Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 30 Oct. 2025
Cal has skidded to last in the ACC in rushing yards at 94.3 per game.
—Jeff Faraudo, Mercury News, 24 Oct. 2025
Noun
Upon arrival in Minnesota, the hat made it to the home locker room in time for the team to reward Brodin for his timely goal scored versus the Canucks, on the way to snapping a five-game skid.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 4 Nov. 2025
With pitching and defense as staples, the Cubs maintained a steady pace and avoided the prolonged skids that doomed previous seasons.
—Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for skid
Verb
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The number of cancellations doubled to 148 Tuesday, while the number of delays dipped somewhat to 2,133, the website reported.—
Marlene Lenthang,
NBC news,
6 Nov. 2025
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Olaplex sales dipped in the third quarter, but surpassed Wall Street sales forecasts.—
Kathryn Hopkins,
Footwear News,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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While those ships often have pools and spas, passengers won’t find the roller coasters, water slides and mini-golf courses common on larger vessels.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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The pants have an elastic waistband and close by a slide-in clasp and zipper.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Two things happened on that blustery back-to-school morning that fell exactly a month after my eleventh birthday.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Nov. 2025
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Midway through the third quarter, true freshman linebacker Mason Posa, buried on the depth chart just weeks ago, ripped the ball loose at Washington’s 7-yard line and fell on it himself.—
Ira Gorawara,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Insulated fishboxes, a 32-inch-wide dive door, and 14 rod holders assure anglers can fish tournaments, but an impeccable foredeck with recliners and double lounges means double duty for socializing.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
7 Nov. 2025
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Researchers hold the tubes open during a dive before releasing to close them around a parcel of water.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Trex — The decking and railing products manufacturer tumbled 29% after slashing its full-year sales outlook due to weak demand.—
Fred Imbert,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
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Temperatures are expected to tumble into the mid-20s by early Monday, with wind chills in the teens.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Amenities include access to the McCormick pool, locker rooms, saunas, steam room, cold plunge, hot tub, snacks and beverages.—
Michael Salerno,
AZCentral.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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The lower level of the house will also include a spa area with a cold plunge tub, whirlpool and steam shower.—
Rachel Wegner,
USA Today,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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In a social media video, Madi said her father's health declined in the months following an early-stage prostate cancer diagnosis.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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The Administration submitted an emergency filing to the Supreme Court after an appeals court declined to block the injunction.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Sharing this could save a trip, a holiday or at least someone’s sanity.—
The Kim Komando Show,
FOXNews.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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While the benefit only applies to travel with that specific airline, this can easily save you $70 in fees per person per round-trip flight.—
Harlan Vaughn,
CNBC,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Skid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skid. Accessed 10 Nov. 2025.
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