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.

      會議時間有限,我們需要直接進入主題,討論最重要的決策。

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

      我不想浪費時間在閒聊上,所以我直接切入正題,解釋說我需要你的幫助。

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

      經理打斷了冗長的報告,要求團隊直接進入主題,解釋專案的進展。