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cutting corners

Idiom Quality and Standards

Meaning

to do something in the easiest or cheapest way, often sacrificing quality

Example Sentences

"They finished early by cutting corners, but the result was poor."

Related Expressions

get the word out

to spread information or make something widely known

down to the wire

until the very last moment; close to the deadline

let someone off the hook

to release someone from blame or punishment

have words with

to argue or disagree with someone

can of worms

a complex problem that may cause more trouble once started

Take it one step at a time

Deal with tasks gradually instead of rushing.