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on the cutting edge

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on the cutting edge
Fig. [for someone] to be trendy and very up-to-date; [for something] to be of the latest design. (Akin to on the bleeding edge.) This technology is right on the cutting edge. It's so new, it's not available to the public yet.
See also: cutting, edge

on the cutting edge (of something) also at the cutting edge (of something)
in front of others with what is new Some people on the cutting edge of fashion have one strip of hair dyed one color and the rest another color. University Hospital is at the cutting edge of medical technology.
Usage notes: also used in the form on the edge: This band used to be on the edge, but it's much less exciting these days.
See also: cutting, edge


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Verizon is committed to keeping FiOS on the cutting edge of developing technology and is constantly searching for ways to make their sleek fiber optic network better.
With the secondary bevel the straight bit is able to perform with less friction on the cutting edge, which keeps the edge cooler and improves the life of the carbide and the bit.
Professional hairstylists are always looking for things that can take them to the next level in their hair career They know that in order to meet demand that they have to stay on the cutting edge Professional hairstylists are always looking for things that can take them to the next level in their hair career.
 
 
 
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