able to cut

able to cut it

Capable of performing at a high level; capable of success. I know she hasn't had that much experience in this field, but I think she will be able to cut it. We've done everything in our power to keep this program on its feet, but it is simply not able to cut it financially any longer. I have to nail this presentation—I have to prove to the boss that I'm able to cut it!

See also: able, cut, to

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able to cut something

Fig. to be able to manage or execute something. (Often negative. Able to can be replaced with can.) We thought he could handle the new account, but he is simply not able to cut it.

See also: able, cut, to

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