cuts in
Jumps the queue
Cuts in means to interrupt or intrude.
Someone cuts in on a conversation by breaking into it uninvited: Sorry to cut in, but you have a phone call.
On the dance floor, to cut in is to tap a dancer's partner and take their place.
In driving, cutting in means merging abruptly in front of another vehicle, often dangerously close.
To cut someone in is to include them in a deal or share of profits: If you help me move this, I'll cut you in.
- interruptsBreaks another's speech
- interjectInsert remarks abruptly
- sidleMove furtively sideways
- imposeForce acceptance of
- push throughContinue despite resistance
intrusion · hijack · takes over · interference · carves · jump the queue · swerves · intrude · insertion · edits · barges · slices · blade · sharp tongue · footage · scissors · inclusion · incises
cuts inholds back
Restrains or delays
listens · bites one's tongue · defers · hangs back · holds one's peace
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