cut into
phrasal verb
cut into; cutting to; cuts into
: to reduce the amount of (something)
Although it would cut into profits, we were forced to lower our prices.
The extra time I was spending at work was cutting into my time with my family.
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This cake bakes up very tender, and the sheet cake is cut into rounds, which are sandwiched with a tangy cream cheese frosting.
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Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 11 Dec. 2025
After popping the balloon, their little ones joined in on the excitement and cut into a cake that had pink filling.
—Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 9 Dec. 2025
In a medium skillet over medium heat, add unsalted butter and washed and scrubbed baby potatoes, cut into about 1-inch cubes.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Dec. 2025
There is a conservative dignity about the E-53’s exterior styling that cuts into a Mercedes-AMG’s innate sexiness.
—John Lewinski, Robb Report, 8 Dec. 2025
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Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 11 Dec. 2025
After popping the balloon, their little ones joined in on the excitement and cut into a cake that had pink filling.
—Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 9 Dec. 2025
In a medium skillet over medium heat, add unsalted butter and washed and scrubbed baby potatoes, cut into about 1-inch cubes.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Dec. 2025
There is a conservative dignity about the E-53’s exterior styling that cuts into a Mercedes-AMG’s innate sexiness.
—John Lewinski, Robb Report, 8 Dec. 2025
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“Cut into.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cut%20into. Accessed 17 Dec. 2025.
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