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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

slippage

/ˈslɪpɪdʒ/ noun · British & US
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What does slippage mean?

noun

The act or process of slipping or sliding, especially of a quantity or amount decreasing or being lost, often due to friction or other external factors. In finance, the difference between the expected and actual price of a trade, often resulting in a loss.

Example

"The slippage in the market was significant, resulting in a substantial loss for investors."

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