Slow on the uptake
To be slow to figure something out.The new employee is slow on the uptake and we must explain everything to him at least two times.
To be slow to figure something out.The new employee is slow on the uptake and we must explain everything to him at least two times.
To be slow in drawing a gun or in doing something.The man is slow on the draw and never takes advantage of opportunities.
To go more slowly than usual, to cause something to reduce speed.You should slow down when you are driving on a wet road.
Very slow.The little girl is as slow as molasses in January and she never gets her work done on time.
To make a mistake.I slipped up when I said that I would not go to the meeting next week.
To get away from someone.My friend had a very good opportunity but it slipped through his fingers because of his lack of action.
To allow a piece of (secret) information to be revealed.It slipped out that the government is planning to close the large downtown hospital.
To go away, to leave quietly or secretly.I slipped out for a few minutes to buy some milk.
To be forgotten."I am very sorry that I did not meet you last night but our appointment slipped my mind."
To go away or escape quietly or secretly.I slipped off after the lecture and went home.