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
Devon Henderson, New York Times, 10 Mar. 2026
Steer clear of puddles - Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Mar. 2026
Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 17 Mar. 2026
The Kraken, who snapped a four-game skid with a 5-2 victory Saturday in Vancouver as McMann tallied twice in his first game since being acquired from Toronto, outshot Florida 13-10 in the first period while taking a 3-1 lead.
—Miami Herald, 16 Mar. 2026
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Verb
About 30 minutes from the border with Egypt, one of the tires fell off their van, forcing the driver to skid to the roadside.
—Devon Henderson, New York Times, 10 Mar. 2026
Steer clear of puddles - Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Mar. 2026
Noun
Turn into the skid - Turning into the skid can help the vehicle's tires realign to regain control.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 17 Mar. 2026
The Kraken, who snapped a four-game skid with a 5-2 victory Saturday in Vancouver as McMann tallied twice in his first game since being acquired from Toronto, outshot Florida 13-10 in the first period while taking a 3-1 lead.
—Miami Herald, 16 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for skid
Verb
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The Johnnies slumped slightly from the field after halftime, but their lead never dipped below 13 points.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
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The Texas lead, however, has not dipped below 15 points in the second quarter.—
Danny Davis,
Austin American Statesman,
20 Mar. 2026
Noun
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In my current lineup, the groovy green point slides.—
Anna Moeslein,
Glamour,
16 Mar. 2026
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It was transformed into a 125-unit luxury condo by 2002, the pinnacle of which is a quadplex with an 80-foot stainless-steel slide, a rock wall, and a rope swing.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
16 Mar. 2026
Verb
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By late Sunday night into Monday midday, a strong cold front clears the region, ending the storms and bringing gusty winds with falling temperatures through the day.—
Andrew Kozak,
CBS News,
22 Mar. 2026
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Outside of Wall Street, stock indexes fell sharply in Europe following their wipeouts on Thursday.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
21 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The discovery came after a search that included helicopters, boats, dive teams and motorcycle units, as authorities pursued multiple lines of investigation, including the possibility that Gracey may have drowned.—
Jasmine Baehr , Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
20 Mar. 2026
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For divers who want to bear witness to the major marine conservation area’s untamed natural beauty, liveaboard boats are the best way to log multiple dives and explore the area fully with local guides.—
Jasmine Ting,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Butterflies zigzagging around the gates, the sound of water tumbling down the mountainside, cutting through the greenery.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Mar. 2026
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Its delicate, cheerful blooms tumble over walls and sidewalks alike, filling them with tiny blossoms.—
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
15 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Facilities include an indoor pool, steam room, herbal sauna, and plunge pools, all set within a deeply tranquil space.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Mar. 2026
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The company’s alarming financials did little to buoy waning investor enthusiasm, with shares continuing a months-long plunge that reached an all-time low last week.—
Victor Tangermann,
Futurism,
19 Mar. 2026
Verb
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One person sustained minor injuries but declined hospitalization.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
20 Mar. 2026
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Over the next 25 years, East Asia, Europe, and Russia will all experience significant population declines.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The Galaxy, who made the long trip to Jamaica, arrived Tuesday evening.—
Damian Calhoun,
Daily News,
19 Mar. 2026
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The long list of Warriors players who did not suit up included superstar guard Stephen Curry and ex-C’s big man Al Horford, who did not join Golden State for its lone trip to Boston this season.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
19 Mar. 2026
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“Skid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skid. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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