cut the red tape

Example Sentences

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"They are eager to get started, and they are eager to cut the red tape to allow that capital investment to flow," Burgum said after talks with interim president Delcy Rodriguez.

From Barron's • Mar. 4, 2026

Tuesday’s motion aims to give all four of the county departments seats at Bass’ table as she starts to cut the red tape that she says is keeping people on the streets.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 20, 2022

Afghans in danger because of their work with the U.S. military or U.S organizations, and Americans scrambling to get them out, also pleaded with Washington to cut the red tape that has complicated matters.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 19, 2021

With those few changes to existing law and policies, Congress and the Department of Homeland Security could cut the red tape that’s causing these children additional unnecessary harm.

From Slate • Jun. 30, 2021

"I can't exactly believe in this thing yet, Le," replied Stumpy, as, with trembling hand, he cut the red tape, and demolished the sacred seal of Herr Schlager.

From The Coming Wave The Hidden Treasure of High Rock by Optic, Oliver