“Lose traction” crossword clue
Answer
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L
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••••SLIP
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.SLIP is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Lose traction”. It was last seen in the puzzle of December 30, 2025, where it runs at 55 Down and fills 4 squares. It crosses 4 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Dec 30, 2025 grid53AThey're pulled to garner media attention, informally8 ltrs›59ASudden shocks5 ltrs›62AUpside-down frown5 ltrs›65AMimicked4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Dec 30, 20251AScoundrels4 ltrs›5APointed end of a pen3 ltrs›8AParts not filled in4 ltrs›12ACookies with their name embossed on them5 ltrs›14APrefix with -metric3 ltrs›15AAttracts5 ltrs›17ASomething to wave with pride?9 ltrs›19ASardinia, e.g., to Sardinians5 ltrs›
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