The term 'MAKE SLOW' can be solved in a crossword puzzle by using the words 'INCH', 'RETARD', 'PLOD', and 'CRAWL'. 'INCH' is a unit of length, and is also used as a verb meaning to move slowly and cautiously. 'RETARD' is a verb meaning to slow down or delay. 'PLOD' is a verb meaning to walk slowly and heavily. Finally, 'CRAWL' is a verb meaning to move slowly on hands and knees or by dragging the body along the ground. All of these words describe the action of making something slow.