1
as in dies
to stop functioning
the engine abruptly cut out
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2
as in stops
to bring (as an action or operation) to an immediate end
now cut that out, or I'm turning this car around!
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3
as in exits
to leave a place often for another
after a few minutes of their brainless conversation I was ready to cut out
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as in replaces
to take the place of
this ambitious new friend of hers seems to be cutting out people that she's known for years
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Recent Examples of cuts out
Quince’s business model cuts out traditional middlemen like distributors to offer these high-quality materials like cashmere and silk at budget-friendly, low prices.
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Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2026
Visitors should also download a GPS map for when cell service cuts out.
—Owen Clarke, Outside, 16 Mar. 2026
Bruton's hair visibly stood on end during testing – a fun visual, but less fun when the bike cuts out mid-run.
—Omar Kardoudi
march 01, New Atlas, 1 Mar. 2026
The timestamp on the clip eventually cuts out, likely because the videographer collapsed into a pillow.
—Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 27 Feb. 2026
In a classroom there, art teacher Albania Teresa cuts out large squares of painting paper and passes them to students.
—Ruth Sherlock, NPR, 23 Feb. 2026
Class 1 e-bikes have motors that only provide assistance when the rider is pedaling, whereas Class 2 e-bikes have an electric motor that cuts out when the brake is applied.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
Once Harry and Ron's worlds collide, the Harry Potter music cuts out, making room for the high-octane Heated Rivalry theme.
—Staff Author, Entertainment Weekly, 18 Jan. 2026
But what Morgan Stanley is doing now is preparing to offer direct ownership of crypto, which cuts out some third-party management fees and comes with greater risks.
—Hugh Son, CNBC, 23 Sep. 2025
Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2026
Visitors should also download a GPS map for when cell service cuts out.
—Owen Clarke, Outside, 16 Mar. 2026
Bruton's hair visibly stood on end during testing – a fun visual, but less fun when the bike cuts out mid-run.
—Omar Kardoudi
march 01, New Atlas, 1 Mar. 2026
The timestamp on the clip eventually cuts out, likely because the videographer collapsed into a pillow.
—Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 27 Feb. 2026
In a classroom there, art teacher Albania Teresa cuts out large squares of painting paper and passes them to students.
—Ruth Sherlock, NPR, 23 Feb. 2026
Class 1 e-bikes have motors that only provide assistance when the rider is pedaling, whereas Class 2 e-bikes have an electric motor that cuts out when the brake is applied.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
Once Harry and Ron's worlds collide, the Harry Potter music cuts out, making room for the high-octane Heated Rivalry theme.
—Staff Author, Entertainment Weekly, 18 Jan. 2026
But what Morgan Stanley is doing now is preparing to offer direct ownership of crypto, which cuts out some third-party management fees and comes with greater risks.
—Hugh Son, CNBC, 23 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cuts out
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Several seconds later, my character dies on the grass (right alongside the clearly visible script).—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 Mar. 2026
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Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States and it’s estimated that one person dies from cardiovascular disease every 34 seconds.—
Jacqueline Howard,
CNN Money,
13 Mar. 2026
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The decision stops sweeping changes to childhood vaccine recommendations the federal government made in January, including no longer advising all children be vaccinated against the flu, rotavirus, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, some forms of meningitis and RSV.—
Lisa Schencker,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Mar. 2026
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The Padres expected there to be starts and stops along with setbacks and surges in bringing Joe Musgrove back from Tommy John surgery this year.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Mar. 2026
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Nicole Kidman exits the theater on her phone and wanders into a side room; Jessie Buckley strolls out of the theater talking about snacks.—
Rachel Handler,
Vulture,
16 Mar. 2026
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They will also be notified of other account activities, such as when their kid adds a new contact or exits a pre-approved group chat.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
12 Mar. 2026
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Sustainable synthesis Using a biological middleman, this innovative method replaces the pharmaceutical industry’s heavy reliance on finite fossil fuels and toxic chemical synthesis with a sustainable circular carbon economy.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Mar. 2026
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This version replaces earlier iterations in House Bill 586 and House Bill 821.—
Kevin Fixler,
Idaho Statesman,
16 Mar. 2026
Verb
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If the Senate fails to pass it, what happens?—
Allison Pecorin,
ABC News,
16 Mar. 2026
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Finally, the court will determine whether the TPS holders equal-protection claim fails on the merits.—
Zoe Sobel,
NPR,
16 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The alternating timelines force the writers to do a lot of strained connection-building that, around midseason, ceases to be effective; the makers of Scarpetta were very smart about joining the murders narratively, but much less smart about extricating themselves creatively.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Mar. 2026
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However, current high prices may not be a factor in the midterms later this year if the conflict ceases by that time, and gas prices tend to drop in the fall as demand slows.—
Rachel Frazin,
The Hill,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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This risk decreases as the storm moves away.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Mar. 2026
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After that, the Moon moves from AQUARIUS into PISCES.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
16 Mar. 2026
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Technique often supersedes feeling, though.—
Mano Sundaresan,
Pitchfork,
18 Mar. 2026
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Murphy’s ruling last month was a final ruling on the matter, which supersedes the preliminary injunction that was lifted by the Supreme Court.—
Jack Birle,
The Washington Examiner,
16 Mar. 2026
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“Cuts out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cuts%20out. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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