cut up

1 of 1verb

/ˈkʌt ˈʌp/

Forms:cuts up,cutting up,cut up,cut up

to slice something into smaller parts

transitive

The chef skillfully cut up the vegetables for the stir-fry, ensuring they were uniform in size.
The sculptor used a chisel to cut up the block of marble into a beautiful statue.
She cut up the old t-shirt and turn it into a collection of cleaning rags.
After the accident, the rescue team had to cut up the wreckage of the car to free the trapped passengers.
To facilitate recycling, it's important to properly cut up cardboard boxes before placing them in the recycling bin.

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to cause significant harm to someone or something

transitive

The hurricane cut up the coastal town, leaving destruction in its wake.
The machine malfunctioned and started to cut up the documents before they could be properly reviewed.
The street protest turned violent, and rioters began to cut up public property.
The wildfire cut up large sections of the forest, leaving a devastating impact on the ecosystem.

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to significantly edit something such as a document, paper, etc.

transitive

After receiving feedback from beta readers, the author decided to cut up the manuscript to address plot inconsistencies.
The editor suggested cutting up the lengthy introduction to improve the pacing of the novel.
In the final editing stage, the writer had to cut up several paragraphs to meet the word count limit for the article.
Realizing the need for a stronger opening, the author chose to cut up the first chapter of the manuscript to create a more engaging introduction.

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to divide something into clear and separate parts or categories

transitive

In the storage room, they decided to cut up the items into different sections based on their use.
The researcher had to cut up the data into distinct categories for a more detailed analysis.
To streamline the filing system, the office manager chose to cut up the documents into separate folders.
In the workshop, participants were asked to cut up their ideas into specific categories for better brainstorming.

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to express strong disapproval in a harsh and critical way

transitive

After the controversial decision, the politician was cut up by the media for his perceived lack of transparency.
The film was cut up by critics for its poor plot and lackluster performances.
Critics have been cutting up the artist's latest album, claiming it lacks the innovation seen in her previous work.
She cut up her colleague's proposal during the meeting, pointing out its flaws and impracticalities.

to choose a specific group of horses for a race

transitive

The organizers decided to cut up the field for the prestigious race, selecting only the top thoroughbreds.
For the local derby, they will cut up the participating horses based on their recent performances.
The jockey was excited to participate in the race, knowing that they would cut up the entries to include top contenders.
In order to level the playing field, the race committee decided to cut up the entries into different categories based on experience.

to suddenly drive one's vehicle in front of another moving vehicle in a dangerous manner

transitive

The aggressive driver cut up the car behind without using a turn signal, causing a near collision.
She was startled when a motorcyclist suddenly cut up her car on the highway, narrowly avoiding an accident.
The impatient driver decided to cut up the slow-moving truck, endangering both vehicles on the busy road.
During rush hour, it's not uncommon for drivers to cut up others in an attempt to get ahead in traffic.
The reckless driver received a fine for cutting up several vehicles on the freeway without regard for safety.

to cause emotional distress

transitive

The heartbreaking news about the accident really cut up the entire community.
His insensitive comments during the meeting cut up his colleagues, leaving them feeling hurt and offended.
The sudden breakup cut up Jane, and she needed time to recover from the emotional pain.
Receiving a rejection letter after months of hard work really cut up the aspiring author.

to playfully and energetically behave in a noisy and silly manner, particularly to make someone laugh

At the office party, John always knows how to cut up and create a lively atmosphere with his jokes and playful behavior.
The comedian continued to cut up on stage, keeping the audience in stitches with his hilarious improvisation.
During the family gathering, the children started to cut up, playing games and telling jokes to bring laughter to the occasion.
In an effort to lighten the mood, the teacher decided to cut up a bit in class, making funny faces and telling jokes.

(of a particular sports field) to get uneven or disturbed, usually because of frequent use or bad weather

After heavy rain, the sports field began to cut up, making it challenging for the soccer players to maintain control of the ball.
The horse racing track cut up significantly during the rainy season, affecting the performance of the horses.
The football field started to cut up as the season progressed, leading to concerns about player safety.
Despite efforts to maintain the golf course, it began to cut up in certain areas, affecting the game for the players.
The racecourse was in poor condition, and the track cut up badly during the championship, impacting the athletes' performance.