SLIPS AWAY is a phrase that describes the act of something or someone leaving quickly and unexpectedly. EBBS, ELAPSES, ESCAPES, ELUDES, and DUCKSOUT are all crossword solutions for this term. EBBS is a four letter word meaning to gradually fade away. ELAPSES is a seven letter word meaning to pass by or to come to an end. ESCAPES is also a seven letter word meaning to get away from a place or situation. ELUDES is a six letter word meaning to avoid or evade. Finally, DUCKSOUT is an eight letter word meaning to leave quickly and unexpectedly.