idiom
Cut through the red tape
kut throo thuh RED tayp
/kʌt θruː ðə ˈrɛd teɪp/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
cutthroughtheredtape
Dictionary meaning
To bypass or overcome excessive bureaucratic rules and procedures in order to accomplish something quickly and efficiently.
Examples
- The minister promised to cut through the red tape holding up infrastructure projects.
- A dedicated liaison officer was hired specifically to cut through the red tape for investors.
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