cut to pieces
To utterly defeat or overwhelm.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“The champion cut his opponent to pieces in the final round.”
“The experienced team cut the newcomers to pieces during the tournament, winning by a huge score.”
“The harsh critic cut the author's new novel to pieces, highlighting every flaw in the plot and character development.”
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chess piece
A person being manipulated by another, being used to some end.
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clear cut
Straightforward, obvious, simple, or basic.
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cut a dash
To make a display of oneself; to give a conspicuous impression.
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cut a deal
To reach a negotiated agreement.
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cut a figure
To present an image; to make an impression.
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cut a rug
To dance, especially in a vigorous manner and in one of the dance styles of the first half of the twentieth century.
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cut a swath
Alternative form of cut a wide swath.
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cut a wide swath
To behave in an expansive, flagrantly showy, or pushy manner, especially in public venues; to exert sweeping influence.
Last updated August 10, 2026