cut a ribbon

cut a/the ribbon

To formally open or begin something, which can include the act of cutting a ceremonial ribbon. The CEO should definitely be there when we cut the ribbon on the new hospital wing tomorrow. You never see our mayor until it's time to cut a ribbon for a photo op. You should definitely cut the ribbon tomorrow. I know you don't like the spotlight, but the community center wouldn't have been refurbished without your tireless efforts.

See also: cut, ribbon

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cut a (or the) ribbon

perform an opening ceremony, usually by formally cutting a ribbon strung across the entrance to a building, road, etc.

See also: cut, ribbon

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