slide into

Frequency: 6.37.5 per million words

A gradual movement or change into an undesirable state.

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Examples (10)

  • The economy is showing signs of sliding into a recession.
  • Without proper intervention, the company could slide into bankruptcy.
  • Many fear that the country is sliding into political instability.
  • He worried about his relationship sliding into a rut.
  • The once-vibrant neighborhood began to slide into neglect.
  • It's a dangerous path to slide into complacency.
  • The team's performance started to slide into mediocrity after a strong start.
  • Be careful not to slide into bad habits.
  • The conversation could easily slide into gossip.
  • She tried to prevent her emotional state from sliding into despair.