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to cut in
[phrase form: cut]
01
to interrupt someone's conversation
02
to rudely move ahead of others who are waiting in a line
03
to drive a vehicle into the space in front of another, providing minimal room for the latter to navigate comfortably
04
to join a dance by politely replacing one person in the dancing pair
05
to blend or mix ingredients together with cutting or chopping motions, often in a cooking or food preparation context
06
to let someone have a portion of something or share in a benefit, profit, or activity
07
to activate a specific part or function of a machine when it becomes necessary or required for operation
Example
The teacher had to cut in to redirect the students' off-topic conversation back to the lesson.
During the meeting, the manager had to cut in to address a crucial point that was being overlooked.
She decided to cut in when she overheard a misunderstanding to provide clarification.
Despite the serious discussion, he couldn't resist the urge to cut in with a lighthearted comment.
During rush hour, some motorists impatiently cut in, creating tension and potential hazards on the road.
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