Cut through
verb
To go or make a path directly, not going around or avoiding things.
He cut through the park to get to school quicker.

Often appears as...
- cut through the park
- cut through the crowd
verb
To have a significant and noticeable effect.
Her powerful voice cut through the noise of the crowd.

Often appears as...
- noise cut through
- voice cut through
verb
To decrease or reduce something.
The company cut through expenses to increase profits.

Often appears as...
- cut through expenses
- cut through paperwork
Usage tips
General, Financial
verb
To understand or deal with something complicated.
She has a way of cutting through complex issues.

Often appears as...
- cut through complexity
- cut through confusion
verb
To go or make a path directly, not going around or avoiding things.
He cut through the park to get to school quicker.

Often appears as...
- cut through the park
- cut through the crowd
verb
To have a significant and noticeable effect.
Her powerful voice cut through the noise of the crowd.

Often appears as...
- noise cut through
- voice cut through
verb
To decrease or reduce something.
The company cut through expenses to increase profits.

Often appears as...
- cut through expenses
- cut through paperwork
Usage tips
General, Financial
verb
To understand or deal with something complicated.
She has a way of cutting through complex issues.

Often appears as...
- cut through complexity
- cut through confusion
Definition 1 of 4

Physical Shortcuts
Used when taking the shortest route directly across or through an area.

Let's cut through the alley; it's faster.
Avoiding Obstructions
Often implies moving through an obstacle or crowded area quickly.

He cut through the line to catch the bus.
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