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Definition someone’s slips in British English

someone’s slips phrase

phrase
1

if your mask or demeanour 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 demeanour seemed to be slipping.

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Definition someone’s  slips in British English