The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word SKIDS which also is the latest solution we found used in LA Times in 2025.
Slides after braking crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| SKIDS | 100 % | 5 |
Why may SKIDS be the right solution?
The answer "SKIDS" fits the clue "Slides after braking" because skidding occurs when a vehicle loses traction while braking, causing it to slide uncontrollably.
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: Slides after braking
These words may or may not be a possible solution to this crosswords clue.- skid
- brake
- slip
- slipped
- slipping
- slips
- slipper
- lag
- lah
- rings
- run
- runs
Crossword Answer definitions
SKIDS noun- An out-of-control sliding motion as would result from applying the brakes too hard in a car.
- A shoe or clog, as of iron, attached to a chain, and placed under the wheel of a wagon to prevent its turning when descending a steep hill; a drag; a skidpan.
- (by extension) A hook attached to a chain, used for the same purpose.
- A piece of timber or other material used as a support, or to receive pressure.
- To slide in an uncontrolled manner as in a car with the brakes applied too hard.
- To protect or support with a skid or skids.
- To cause to move on skids.
- To check or halt (wagon wheels, etc.) with a skid.
- A stepchild.
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