cut it fine
(UK) To achieve something at the last possible moment, or with no margin for error.
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#1·Apr 27, 2026UK
(UK) To achieve something at the last possible moment, or with no margin for error.
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#2·Apr 27, 2026UK
(UK) To be stingy.
Working from home has allowed me more day-to-day ease – but my friend’s visit made me think I’ve perhaps become too comfortable with cutting things fine.
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