1
: an act, instance, or process of slipping
2
: a loss in transmission of power
also
: the difference between theoretical and actual output (as of power)
Examples of slippage in a Sentence
The boot's sole prevents slippage.
Recent Examples on the Web
Because of Nvidia’s parabolic rally over the past few years, any sign of potential slippage can have an outsized impact on its stock.
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Ari Levy, CNBC, 2 Aug. 2024
Another intervention some scientists are contemplating would slow the slippage of ice sheets by drilling holes to their bases and pumping out water or heat.
—Byhannah Richter, science.org, 12 July 2024
The Biden campaign’s internal numbers, I’m told, show that some slippage has occurred since the debate.
—Karen Tumulty, Washington Post, 10 July 2024
Both come with waistband stasher pockets and an interior drawcord to prevent slippage (plus, the leggings have side pockets too).
—Kristin Canning, SELF, 2 July 2024
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Ari Levy, CNBC, 2 Aug. 2024
Another intervention some scientists are contemplating would slow the slippage of ice sheets by drilling holes to their bases and pumping out water or heat.
—Byhannah Richter, science.org, 12 July 2024
The Biden campaign’s internal numbers, I’m told, show that some slippage has occurred since the debate.
—Karen Tumulty, Washington Post, 10 July 2024
Both come with waistband stasher pockets and an interior drawcord to prevent slippage (plus, the leggings have side pockets too).
—Kristin Canning, SELF, 2 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for slippage
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“Slippage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/slippage. Accessed 19 Aug. 2024.
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slippage
noun
slip·page
ˈslip-ij 
1
: an act, instance, or process of slipping
2
: a loss in transmission of power
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