Definition
To proceed directly to the most important point or aspect of something, avoiding unnecessary details or delays.
开门见山
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。