Make the cut
verb
Qualify for a certain position or task, normally through competition or qualifying process.
Not everyone will make the cut and enter the next round of the singing competition.
Often appears as...
- she didn't make the cut
- do you think they'll make the cut?
Usage tips
Idiomatic
verb
To be chosen as part of a team or organization after a process of selection.
He was good, but he didn't make the cut for the football team this year.
Often appears as...
- make the cut for the team
- failed to make the cut
Usage tips
Idiomatic
verb
To meet the required standard for a particular purpose.
Their latest product didn't make the cut because it was deemed too expensive.
Often appears as...
- didn't make the cut
- makes the cut
Usage tips
Idiomatic
verb
Qualify for a certain position or task, normally through competition or qualifying process.
Not everyone will make the cut and enter the next round of the singing competition.
Often appears as...
- she didn't make the cut
- do you think they'll make the cut?
Usage tips
Idiomatic
verb
To be chosen as part of a team or organization after a process of selection.
He was good, but he didn't make the cut for the football team this year.
Often appears as...
- make the cut for the team
- failed to make the cut
Usage tips
Idiomatic
verb
To meet the required standard for a particular purpose.
Their latest product didn't make the cut because it was deemed too expensive.
Often appears as...
- didn't make the cut
- makes the cut
Usage tips
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Competitive Edge
Used when selection is based on surpassing others in competition or skill level.
After rigorous trials, only the top athletes will make the cut for the Olympics.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Automatic
Emphasizes that the selection isn't guaranteed, but must be earned.
Despite his experience, he will not make the cut if his performance doesn't improve.
Pro Tip 3/3Exclusivity
Highlights the exclusiveness of being selected among many candidates.
Her design was innovative and unique, which helped her make the cut for the art exhibition.
Pro Tip 1/3Competitive Edge
Used when selection is based on surpassing others in competition or skill level.
After rigorous trials, only the top athletes will make the cut for the Olympics.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Automatic
Emphasizes that the selection isn't guaranteed, but must be earned.
Despite his experience, he will not make the cut if his performance doesn't improve.
Pro Tip 3/3Exclusivity
Highlights the exclusiveness of being selected among many candidates.
Her design was innovative and unique, which helped her make the cut for the art exhibition.
Pro Tip 1/3Competitive Edge
Used when selection is based on surpassing others in competition or skill level.
After rigorous trials, only the top athletes will make the cut for the Olympics.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Automatic
Emphasizes that the selection isn't guaranteed, but must be earned.
Despite his experience, he will not make the cut if his performance doesn't improve.
Pro Tip 3/3Exclusivity
Highlights the exclusiveness of being selected among many candidates.
Her design was innovative and unique, which helped her make the cut for the art exhibition.
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