Cut into
/kʌt ˈɪntə/B2
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1. To interrupt a conversation or activity.
- I was trying to explain my point when he suddenly cut into the conversation.
- She cut into the meeting to share an urgent message.
2. To reduce or decrease something, often related to resources or time.
- The new expenses will cut into our savings significantly.
- Rising costs have started to cut into our profits.
3. To enter into a physical object by cutting or slicing.
- He cut into the cake to serve slices for everyone.
- Using a sharp knife, she carefully cut into the ripe tomato.
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