| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| SLOPEOFF | Decline gently, as a hillside |
| SLOPEDOWN | Decline, as a ramp |
| EBB | Decline gradually, as a tide |
| IDLE | Turn gently, as a motor. |
| WAFT | Blow gently, as a zephyr |
| PATS | Gently strokes, as a dog |
| DABOFF | Remove gently, as with a napkin |
