The Clue
Slide precariously (4 letter answer)
The Answer
SKID
Tags
Notes
The answer SKID is common and appears about once every 225 puzzles.
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Slide uncontrollably
Slip sideways
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Veer out of control
It leaves marks on asphalt
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It may leave its mark
Definition
SKID as a noun:
1. one of a pair of planks used to make a track for rolling or sliding objects
2. (brake shoe, shoe, skid) = a restraint provided when the brake linings are moved hydraulically against the brake drum to retard the wheel's rotation
3. (skid, slip, sideslip) = an unexpected slide
SKID as a verb:
1. slide without control; "the car skidded in the curve on the wet road"
2. elevate onto skids
3. apply a brake or skid to
4. (skid, slip, slue, slew, slide) = move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner; "the wheels skidded against the sidewalk"