Slip through the cracks meaning
What does the saying 'Slip through the cracks' mean?
Idiom: Slip through the cracks
Meaning:
If something slips through the cracks, it isn't noticed or avoids detection.
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Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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