Meaning of the word "slip out" in English

What does "slip out" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

slip out

US /slɪp aʊt/

UK /slɪp aʊt/

to leave a place quietly and unnoticed

Example:

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He tried to slip out of the meeting without anyone noticing.

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The cat managed to slip out through the open door.

Synonym:

sneak out steal away slip away creep out tiptoe out

if a remark or secret slips out, you say it accidentally

Example:

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The secret about the surprise party almost slipped out during dinner.

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A rude comment slipped out before I could stop myself.

Synonym:

blurt out escape leak out let slip