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cut a figure |
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cut a figure to create an image Wielding a knife and covered in blood, the actress cut a figure that was terrifying. Usage notes: usually used with an adjective before figure: He was tall and slim and cut a handsome figure. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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You want to cut a figure in the world, and I reckon Peter Featherstone is the only one you've got to trust to. He should leave the army; he should go into Parliament; he should cut a figure in the fashion and in the state. I wished to cut a figure among young men of fashion. |
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