cut into
verb
cut into; cutting to; cuts into
: to reduce the amount of (something)
Although it would cut into profits, we were forced to lower our prices.
The extra time I was spending at work was cutting into my time with my family.
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Let stand for 10 minutes, then cut into 3/8-inch slices against the grain.
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Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 8 June 2026
Halve the peppers, remove the seeds and stems, and cut into 1 1/2-inch (4-centimeter) strips.
—Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 8 June 2026
The Royals attempted to cut into the Twins’ lead, but right fielder Austin Martin’s two outfield assists led to KC outs at home plate.
—Kansas City Star, 6 June 2026
The Knicks have a chance to cut into the lead, as Victor Wembanyama just went to the bench for a rest.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 4 June 2026
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Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 8 June 2026
Halve the peppers, remove the seeds and stems, and cut into 1 1/2-inch (4-centimeter) strips.
—Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 8 June 2026
The Royals attempted to cut into the Twins’ lead, but right fielder Austin Martin’s two outfield assists led to KC outs at home plate.
—Kansas City Star, 6 June 2026
The Knicks have a chance to cut into the lead, as Victor Wembanyama just went to the bench for a rest.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 4 June 2026
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“Cut into.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cut%20into. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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