Phrase

Cut To The Chase

Meaning:

Getting directly to the point, leaving out all of the unnecessary details.

Examples:

  • Well, that was pretty feeble, but let's cut to the chase.
  • You know you can cut to the chase with me, Harry.
  • We don't have much time, so I'm gonna cut to the chase.
  • I have no time, so I'm gonna cut to the chase.
  • So, why don't we just cut to the chase, huh?
  • The councilman's time is valuable, so let's cut to the chase.
  • I just want to cut to the chase, if possible.
  • Look, I have a date, so let's cut to the chase.
  • I think you're right. So let's cut to the chase.
  • It's been a long day, so I'll cut to the chase.