cut into

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.

Examples of cut into in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Nick Loftin hit an RBI double to cut into the Tigers’ lead — after Detroit scored twice in the first inning. — Kansas City Star, 25 July 2026

To serve, sprinkle pie with flaky sea salt, if desired, and cut into slices with a warm sharp knife. — Matt Lewis, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 July 2026

Using a pastry wheel or pizza cutter, cut into twelve 1 inch wide strips. — Better Homes & Gardens, 22 July 2026

Long wool fibers can potentially pose a tangle hazard for small bird feet, so long strands of wool should be cut into 2 to 3-inch long sections to reduce tangle risks. — Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 20 July 2026

Rhymes for cut into

• amadou
• avenue
• ballyhoo
• baraboo
• barbecue
• barbeque
• bugaboo
• cabildo
• caribou
• cockatoo
• detinue
• devalue