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cut corners

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cut corners
Fig. to take shortcuts; to save money or effort by finding cheaper or easier ways to do something. They're always finding ways to cut corners. I won't cut corners just to save money. I put quality first.
See also: corner, cut

cut corners
to do something in the easiest, quickest, or cheapest way, often harming the quality of your work We've had to cut corners to make a film on such a small budget. Companies are having to cut corners in order to remain competitive in the market.
See also: corner, cut

cut corners
to do something in the fastest or cheapest way We couldn't get the money we needed, so we had to cut corners to make the film - and it shows.
See also: corner, cut


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With financial pressure on producers, will they cut corners on spraying for Asian rust?
Don't cut corners on their health and nutrition, Feuz cautions.
In spite of good intentions, the temptations are always there to cut corners to achieve desired personal or professional outcomes.
 
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