“Gives the (pink) slip” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.FIRES is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Gives the (pink) slip”. It was last seen in the puzzle of April 20, 2025, where it runs at 29 Down and fills 5 squares. It crosses 5 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.