
Cut corners
Negative Connotation
Implies poor quality or unethical practice to save resources or time.
The construction felt unsafe because they clearly cut corners.
Avoid In Professional
Seen as unprofessional, avoid using the phrase in formal business or academic writing.
In your report, don't say you 'cut corners'; say you 'optimized processes'.
Contextually Flexible
Suitable for various contexts but maintains a negative implication across them.
She cut corners on her homework, and the teacher noticed.