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Home > Reference > Idioms > Cut your losses

Idiom: Cut your losses

Idiom Definition

Meaning:

If you cut your losses, you avoid losing any more money than you already have by getting out of a situation before matters worsen.

Category:

Money

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Contributed By: Lydia

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