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Definition slippage in American English

slippage noun

[uncountable] noun
/ˈslɪpɪdʒ/
1

the action of slipping or moving, or the amount by which something slips or moves

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2

a situation in which something is delayed or not achieved when it should be

Example

Some slippage is acceptable as long as the final deadline is met.

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Definition slippage in American English