Lose forward traction (8 letters) — Crossword Helper

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The Clue

Lose forward traction (8 letter answer)

The Answer

SIDESLIP

Tags

askew forward lose maneuver momentum sideslip slalom traction

Notes

The answer SIDESLIP is so rare that it appears less than once every 2500 puzzles.

Related Clues

Go askew
Slalom maneuver
Lose forward momentum

Definition

SIDESLIP as a noun:

1. (skid, slip, sideslip) = an unexpected slide
2. (slip, sideslip) = a flight maneuver; aircraft slides sideways in the air