Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cut-to-the-chase
idiom
/kʌt tə ðə tʃeɪs/
Definition
To get to the point without wasting time on unnecessary details.
Examples
- Let’s cut to the chase and talk about the main issues at hand.
- After a long introduction, he finally cut to the chase and shared his proposal.
- During the meeting, she suggested we cut to the chase since time was limited.
Meaning
This phrase is often used when someone wants to focus on the main topic or action instead of discussing less important information.
Synonyms
- get to the point
- skip to the main issue
- get down to business
