Cut to the chase

Pro Tip 1/3

Use to indicate that you prefer to skip unnecessary details and start discussing the main topic.

We've all read the report, so let's cut to the chase: what's our strategy?

Pro Tip 2/3

Shows that you want information without delay, often because you're in a hurry or impatient.

I don't have all day, so can we cut to the chase?

Pro Tip 3/3

Best used in casual conversations, less appropriate in formal documents or speeches.

In casual meetings, it's fine to say 'cut to the chase', but avoid it in formal reports.