cut corners

phrase

: to perform some action in the quickest, easiest, or cheapest way

Examples of cut corners in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Regardless of the approach, always use quality brake components, this is one area where cutting corners is not worth the risk. — John Paul Senior Manager Public Affairs and Traffic Safety Aaa Northeast, Hartford Courant, 11 July 2026

The delicate design doesn’t mean the shoes cut corners on traction and support. — Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 4 July 2026

Despite its lower cost, this bag doesn’t cut corners as it's made from 100 percent full-grain pebbled leather and a 100 percent suede lining. — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2026

Yet the notion of cutting corners is an aberration to Italian leaders. — Sally Percy, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026

Rhymes for cut corners

• mourners
• warners