1
as in dying
to stop functioning
the engine abruptly cut out
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2
as in ending
to bring (as an action or operation) to an immediate end
now cut that out, or I'm turning this car around!
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3
as in departing
to leave a place often for another
after a few minutes of their brainless conversation I was ready to cut out
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as in replacing
to take the place of
this ambitious new friend of hers seems to be cutting out people that she's known for years
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Recent Examples of cutting out
Trump’s desire to paint Good as a radical terrorist is so absurd that the FBI, beholden to Trump, is investigating, cutting out local authorities.
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Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 26 Jan. 2026
Hill and his wife were saving upwards of 50% of their dual income, often cutting out many of life’s niceties to do it.
—Ryan Ermey, CNBC, 24 Jan. 2026
The Carnivore Diet The Carnivore Diet is highly restrictive, cutting out plant foods and relying entirely on animal products for nutrients.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 6 Jan. 2026
Your fourth tip centers on diet quality, in particular cutting out ultraprocessed foods.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 6 Jan. 2026
Rose began increasing her protein intake, eating smaller meals more frequently, and cutting out milk and juice.
—Eileen Finan, PEOPLE, 6 Jan. 2026
In this story, Nancy, her father, and her trusted housekeeper are heading up to an inn in the Adirondacks for a long weekend of skiing and cutting out paper Valentines until a murder occurs.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Jan. 2026
Some fishermen plan to sell directly off their boats at Pier 45 and Pier 47, cutting out the middleman.
—Da Lin, CBS News, 3 Jan. 2026
But now research suggests normal coffee intake is better for those with AF as opposed to cutting out the drink altogether.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 10 Nov. 2025
Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 26 Jan. 2026
Hill and his wife were saving upwards of 50% of their dual income, often cutting out many of life’s niceties to do it.
—Ryan Ermey, CNBC, 24 Jan. 2026
The Carnivore Diet The Carnivore Diet is highly restrictive, cutting out plant foods and relying entirely on animal products for nutrients.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 6 Jan. 2026
Your fourth tip centers on diet quality, in particular cutting out ultraprocessed foods.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 6 Jan. 2026
Rose began increasing her protein intake, eating smaller meals more frequently, and cutting out milk and juice.
—Eileen Finan, PEOPLE, 6 Jan. 2026
In this story, Nancy, her father, and her trusted housekeeper are heading up to an inn in the Adirondacks for a long weekend of skiing and cutting out paper Valentines until a murder occurs.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Jan. 2026
Some fishermen plan to sell directly off their boats at Pier 45 and Pier 47, cutting out the middleman.
—Da Lin, CBS News, 3 Jan. 2026
But now research suggests normal coffee intake is better for those with AF as opposed to cutting out the drink altogether.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 10 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cutting out
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The story follows an estranged son who returns to his remote village to care for his dying father, only to uncover that his bloodline is bound by an old pact with a demonic Djinn.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
28 Jan. 2026
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In fact, those who receive a whole-body radiation dose equal to 4 grays, have a 50% chance of dying within 60 days if untreated.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
28 Jan. 2026
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Powell this week oversees his third-to-last meeting as chair, with his term ending on May 15.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
28 Jan. 2026
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With the deadline approaching, a stake sale may be considered in the fiscal year ending March 2027.—
Ashutosh Joshi,
Bloomberg,
28 Jan. 2026
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Six departing flights and six arriving flights had been cancelled at Clinton National Airport in Little Rock as of late Monday afternoon, said Heather Kendrick, a spokesperson for the airport.—
Anne Li,
Arkansas Online,
27 Jan. 2026
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Leader departing Top Border Patrol official Gregory Bovino and some of his agents are expected to leave Minneapolis and return to their respective sectors, sources say.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
26 Jan. 2026
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If your temperature valve is leaking, DIYers who are experienced with plumbing should be capable of replacing or repairing the valve on a water heater.—
Timothy Dale,
The Spruce,
28 Jan. 2026
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Indeed, Spiber’s plan foresees replacing a large amount of edible sugar with waste by 2026.—
Srishti Gupta,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Jan. 2026
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Wild video shows the moments that an out-of-control Waymo van veers off the road in the Echo Park neighborhood of Los Angeles before crashing into parked cars over the weekend.—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
28 Jan. 2026
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During the plane crash, the left engine and its pylon separated from the wing, causing the plane to catch fire prior to crashing.—
Olivia Evans,
Louisville Courier Journal,
27 Jan. 2026
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The controversy began at the end of a planning and zoning meeting last Thursday, when the council member raised concerns about Border Patrol agents stopping people in the community.—
Anna McAllister,
CBS News,
28 Jan. 2026
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States such as Minnesota should also look to civil law as a basis for stopping baleful and unlawful ICE tactics.—
Aziz Huq,
The Atlantic,
27 Jan. 2026
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Drivers should slow down and use caution when exiting highways, as ramp conditions may vary.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
26 Jan. 2026
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Christian Vesper is exiting his role as Fremantle‘s CEO of Global Drama and Film.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
26 Jan. 2026
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But totally superseding gold may not be advantageous, especially if the price there continues to rise.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
21 Jan. 2026
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The new charge marks a significant escalation in a case that has steadily expanded since the brothers were first arrested in December 2024, with prosecutors filing multiple superseding indictments as the case has moved closer to trial.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
16 Jan. 2026
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“Cutting out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cutting%20out. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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