made the cut

VERB

make the grade

Synonyms

WEAK

cut the mustard hack it make it

Example Sentences

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Tyrrell Hatton is a stroke back and Scotland's Robert MacIntyre just made the cut after a second-round 74.

From BBC • Jun. 20, 2026

He added that he was "genuinely shocked" when he was told they had made the cut, receiving the call when he was at home with his family.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

So far, 1,700 people have made the cut.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026

Huntley made the cut after the 2022 season despite playing in only six games, starting in four, and throwing for 658 yards with two touchdowns and three interceptions.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 27, 2026

The other reason I made the cut is this: you just know that the resurrection pill has got to work.

From "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman