make the cut

Example Sentences

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There are many companies with big market values traded in the U.S., however, that may not make the cut for various reasons.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Committee members can use discretion when selecting which — if any — companies make the cut.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

Fraser Dingwall, Seb Atkinson and Henry Slade are the other specialist midfielders who make the cut.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

It’s a bit too soon to start listing schools that likely would make the cut next March after missing out in recent years.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

To make it worse, Adam had forgotten how to make the cut.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck