Slip or slide Crossword Clue

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Slip or slide Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner
2. apply a brake or skid to
(noun)
1. an unexpected slide
2. a restraint provided when the brake linings are moved hydraulically against the brake drum to retard the wheel’s rotation

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

SLIDE (verb)
1. move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner
2. to pass or move unobtrusively or smoothly
SLIDE (noun)
1. (music) rapid sliding up or down the musical scale
2. the act of moving smoothly along a surface while remaining in contact with it
SLIP (verb)
1. move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner
2. move stealthily
SLIP (noun)
1. the act of avoiding capture (especially by cunning)
2. bed linen consisting of a cover for a pillow

Hint 3: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
DISK

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