cut to the chase

Related to word: cut

Idiom

Definition

  1. To proceed directly to the most important point or aspect of something, avoiding unnecessary details or delays.

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    • The meeting time is limited, we need to cut to the chase and discuss the most important decisions.

      会议时间有限,我们需要直接进入主题,讨论最重要的决策。

    • I didn't want to waste time with small talk, so I cut to the chase and explained that I needed your help.

      我不想浪费时间在闲聊上,所以我直接切入正题,解释说我需要你的帮助。

    • The manager interrupted the lengthy report and asked the team to cut to the chase and explain the project's progress.

      经理打断了冗长的报告,要求团队直接进入主题,解释项目的进展。