cut in

Related to word: cut

片語動詞

Definition (dance)

  1. to intervene in order to dance with one of two people who are currently dancing.

    • He cut in on the dance floor, eager to dance with his partner, Alyssa.

    • I cut in during the dance competition, and my partner was taken by surprise.

    • When they were dancing, others would cut in between partners, adding to the festive atmosphere.

Definition (drive)

  1. to swiftly move your vehicle sideways to position it in front of another, without maintaining adequate safety distance.

    • He cut in quickly into the lane during heavy traffic, startling other drivers.

    • She cut in front of the car ahead while turning, nearly causing an accident.

    • The car cut in recklessly into another lane on the highway, which was extremely dangerous.

Definition (start)

  1. When a machine cuts in, it commences operation, typically in an automatic manner.

    • When the machine cut in, we knew the production line would quickly resume operation.

    • When the power restored, the air conditioner cut in automatically and started working.

    • With the operation of the automatic sensor, the lights will cut in when needed.

Definition (talk)

  1. to interject your own words during someone else's conversation.

    • While we were discussing the further plans, John cut in unexpectedly, causing some confusion in the conversation.

    • She always likes to cut in while others are speaking, which makes people uncomfortable.

    • At the party, Amy accidentally cut in, leaving her friends feeling embarrassed.