“Cut to the chase”

Definition

To talk about the main point without wasting time.

Examples

Examples

“Let’s cut to the chase and discuss the price.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Cut to the chase" mean?
"Cut to the chase" means to talk about the main point without wasting time..
How do you use "Cut to the chase" in a sentence?
Example: "Let’s cut to the chase and discuss the price."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Cut to the chase"?
Перейти сразу к сути, не тратя время. / Անմիջապես անցնել հիմնական մտքին՝ առանց ժամանակ կորցնելու։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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