Phrasal Verb - Cut In
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.Definition
The phrasal verb 'cut in' means to intervene or join in on a conversation or activity, often unexpectedly or at an inappropriate time. It can also refer to a vehicle or an aircraft entering a scene or traffic flow after being held back or delayed.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | She tried to cut in on the conversation between her friends, but they were too busy to notice. |
| 2 | The traffic police had to cut in to help clear the traffic jam. |
| 3 | The plane had to cut in at a lower altitude to avoid the storm clouds. |
| 4 | The musician cut in with her own solo, taking the song in a new direction. |
| 5 | The couple tried to cut in on the conversation between the host and the guest speaker. |
| 6 | The production team had to cut in to replace the defective camera equipment. |
| 7 | The driver tried to cut in on the highway, but the traffic was too heavy. |
| 8 | The chef had to cut in some new ingredients to the recipe to make it more flavorful. |
| 9 | The news team had to cut in on a breaking story, interrupting their regular broadcast. |
| 10 | The dance troupe had to cut in on the music, taking over the stage with their energetic routine. |