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to cream off
[phrase form: cream]
01
to take the best or most profitable part of something, leaving the rest for others
Example
The chef skillfully creamed off the richest flavors for the signature dish, leaving a delightful culinary experience.
The corrupt official was accused of creaming off funds from the public project for personal gain.
The manager decided to cream off the most talented employees for the prestigious project, recognizing their skills and expertise.
02
to take away or extract something from the top layer or surface
Example
The scientist carefully creamed off a sample from the surface of the liquid for analysis.
To maintain a clear view, the window cleaner would cream off any accumulated dust or dirt.
The chef used a ladle to cream off the froth from the top of the soup.
Example
The chef skillfully creamed off the richest flavors for the signature dish, leaving a delightful culinary experience.
The corrupt official was accused of creaming off funds from the public project for personal gain.
The manager decided to cream off the most talented employees for the prestigious project, recognizing their skills and expertise.
Some companies are known to cream off top talent from their competitors by offering attractive incentives.
In business negotiations, it's essential not to let one party cream off all the benefits, ensuring a fair deal for both sides.
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