Getting through a particularly difficult situation without getting caught or suffering the consequences that most others suffer.
Johnny slipped through the cracks during basic training due to how quiet and clever he was.
The police caught up everyone in the group except Gary because he is damn good at slipping through the cracks.
The police caught up everyone in the group except Gary because he is damn good at slipping through the cracks.
by BravoSierra May 8, 2011
by Sheldon January 24, 2004