chopping block

American  

noun

1. a thick, often large block of wood on which meat, vegetables, etc., are placed for cutting, trimming, chopping, and the like.

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Etymology

Origin of chopping block

First recorded in 1695–1705

Example Sentences

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chopping block

"Those who remain know that one day they will be on the chopping block," says Prefontaine.

From BBC ● Jul. 15, 2026

Had it premiered just a few years later, “Industry” may have ended up on the chopping block before finding its footing; instead, it was allowed to achieve “terminal velocity.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 15, 2026

More career help: Middle managers are on the chopping block thanks to AI in the workplace.

From MarketWatch ● May 8, 2026

Campbell’s stock will need a nice rally in the coming months, or it could be next on the chopping block.

From Barron's ● Mar. 10, 2026

High dune grass hid the paths up to the houses—in fact, almost hid the chopping block one man was using to split his cordwood.

From "Lizzie Bright and the Buckminster Boy" by Gary D. Schmidt