chopping block
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Pressure to cut costs puts local TV news gathering in small and rural markets on the chopping block.
Noem and Miller are among those whom Washington wags say could also be on the chopping block.
From Salon
It was the perfect opportunity to place him on the chopping block.
From Salon
Oil companies tend to book impairments ahead of sales, which suggests that BP may put more assets on the chopping block, they add.
Blue Bottle coffee shops may be on the chopping block too, according to analysts.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.