Glide down a slope
Published by Naitik Mehta · March 30, 2026
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Clue
Glide down a slope (3)
Answer
The answer to Glide down a slope is Ski (3 letters).
Why does Ski fit this clue?
This is a direct definition clue where 'Glide down a slope' describes the action SKI. To ski means to move over snow on long, narrow runners attached to the feet, typically down a mountain slope. The verb captures the smooth, gliding motion that defines skiing, whether for recreation or sport. Skiing involves using gravity and momentum to descend snowy terrain, making 'glide down a slope' a precise description of this winter activity.
What does Glide down a slope mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.
glide
verb
•to move smoothly and effortlessly
•to slide or flow in a continuous motion
slope
noun
•an inclined surface or hillside
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 72-across in the New York Times Daily on March 30, 2026, by Gary Cee, edited by Will Shortz. See all answers for this puzzle.
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What does Ski mean?
noun
•One of a pair of long flat runners designed for gliding over snow or water
•One of a pair of long flat runners under some flying machines, used for landing
verb
•To move on skis
•To travel over (a slope etc.) on skis; to travel on skis at (a place), (especially as a sport)
Origin of the word Ski
•origin: Old Norse 'skíð' meaning 'split piece of wood'
•period: Old Norse period (9th-13th centuries)
The word originally referred to any long piece of split wood, not specifically equipment for snow travel, and is related to the English word 'sheath'.
How to use Ski in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Ski.
•“The experienced skier was able to ski effortlessly down the steep mountain slope.”
•“Every winter, my family likes to ski at the local resort in Colorado.”
•“She learned to ski when she was just five years old and has been racing competitively ever since.”
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The New York Times Daily for March 30, 2026 was published by Gary Cee and has 78 clues. Curious about all the answers from this crossword puzzle? View all answers here.
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- What is the answer to Glide down a slope?
- The answer is Ski (3 letters).
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- This clue was last seen in the New York Times Daily on March 30, 2026.
- How many letters does the answer to Glide down a slope have?
- The answer has 3 letters: Ski.
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Puzzle
NYT Daily — Mar 30, 2026
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editor
Will Shortz
date
position
72 Across
answer length
3 letters