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Definition someone’s slips in American English

someone’s slips phrase

phrase
1

if your mask or demeanor slips, people start to see what you are really thinking or feeling

Example

"Of course," she said quickly, her professional mask never slipping.

Example

Glyn's calm demeanor seemed to be slipping.

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Definition someone’s  slips in American English