Crossword clue
“Slippery slope”
This clue appeared as 18-Across in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, August 8, 2026. The answer has 10 letters.
Answer · 10 lettersFirst appearance
WATERSLIDELetters10
Starts withW
Ends withE
Vowels4
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Slippery slope” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 8, 2026 as 18-Across. Its answer is a 10-letter word that starts with W and ends with E, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Slippery slope” clue?+
The answer is WATERSLIDE (10 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 8, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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