give the slip


give (one) the slip

To evade or escape one. The burglar gave us the slip, but we're in pursuit.See also: give, slip

give someone the slip

Sl. to escape from a pursuer. We were on his tail until he gave us the slip. I can give her the slip in no time at all.See also: give, slip

give the slip

Escape or evade someone. For example, He saw the rival gang approaching but managed to give them the slip. [Mid-1500s] See also: give, slip

give (someone) the slip

Slang To escape the pursuit of.See also: give, slip