Meaning of 'Cut corners'
What does the saying 'Cut corners' mean?
Idiom: Cut corners
Meaning:
If people try to do something as cheaply or as quickly as possible, often sacrificing quality, they are cutting corners.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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