The term 'slog (along)' can be summarized as a slow, laborious process. The crossword solution for this term is 'PLOD, ' which is defined as to walk heavily and slowly with a labored step. This term is often used to describe a person who is walking in a slow, determined manner, usually with a great deal of effort. It can also be used to describe a task that is tedious and requires a lot of effort.