Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to cut the mustard
idiom
kʌt ðə ˈmʌstərd
Definition
To meet or exceed a standard or expectation.
Examples
- After weeks of training, he finally learned to cut the mustard in the race.
- The team didn’t cut the mustard and failed to qualify for the finals.
Meaning
To perform satisfactorily or to be effective.
Synonyms
- measure up
- live up to expectations
- pass muster
