cut in

Definition of cut innext
as in to interrupt
to cause a disruption in a conversation or discussion a stranger cut in with unsolicited advice on how we could fix our relationship

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Recent Examples of cut in This haircut still emphasizes the characteristic center-part bangs and layers of the shag cut in a softer, sleeker way and with a longer length. — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2026 Nigeria’s largest interest rate cut in two decades raised the possibility of an easing cycle next year, analysts said. — Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 25 Sep. 2026 When Jane Fonda hit the Oscars stage with a silver pixie cut in 2020, jaws dropped, heads turned and every woman painfully growing out their grays had instant hair envy. — Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 25 Sep. 2026 That would mean Florida property owners could see big cuts in their property taxes. — Romy Ellenbogen Herald, Miami Herald, 24 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cut in
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cut in
interrupt
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  • In addition, orchard sanitation can interrupt the apple maggot’s life cycle.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Meanwhile, her work with Pola is interrupted by a girl who needs their help.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 29 Sep. 2026

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“Cut in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cut%20in. Accessed 7 Oct. 2026.

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