Cutoff: meaning, definitions and examples

Same as the first entry. Please see above.

Use 'limit' to talk about the maximum or minimum amount, number, or level that is allowed or possible.

• The speed limit on this road is 50 mph
• There is a limit to how much you can carry in your backpack

Use 'boundary' to describe a physical or metaphorical line that marks the limits of an area, a relationship, or an activity.

• The fence marks the boundary of the property
• It's important to set clear boundaries in any relationship

Use 'deadline' in situations where there is a fixed date or time by which a task or activity must be completed, particularly in work or academic settings.

• The project deadline is next Friday
• Make sure you submit your report before the deadline

Typically used to describe a specific point or limit where something ends or is stopped, often in deadlines or measurements.

• The registration cutoff for the marathon is next Friday
• The tax cutoff for this year is December 31st

Used to emphasize the stopping of movement or activity, often temporarily and sometimes with a sense of urgency or command.

• The train came to a halt at the station
• The sudden halt in conversation made everyone uncomfortable

Used to describe a situation where activity is stopped, often for an extended period due to issues like strikes, technical problems, or maintenance.

• The factory faced a stoppage due to a workers' strike
• There was a stoppage in water supply due to maintenance work

Refers to a temporary break or pause in an ongoing activity or process, usually unexpected and sometimes unwelcome.

• There was an interruption in the broadcast due to technical difficulties
• The meeting was full of interruptions from phone calls

This can also shift meaning when written as 'cut-off', often referring to a reduction, disconnection, or abridgment, much like the previous usage.

• He was angry about the cut-off in his monthly allowance
• The cut-off jeans were popular in the summer

This word is often used when talking about taking something away from a place or position. It can refer to physical objects or abstract concepts.

• Please remove your shoes before entering
• The manager decided to remove the policy

This word has a strong, often negative connotation and is used when talking about cutting or breaking something suddenly and completely. It is often used for formal or dramatic contexts.

• He had to sever ties with his business partner
• The rope was severed completely

This word is often used when referring to cutting something down to size, especially removing unnecessary parts. It is commonly used in contexts like grooming, gardening, or preparing food.

• She needs to trim her hair
• Don't forget to trim the hedges