cutting block

American  

[kuht-ing blahk] / ˈkʌt ɪŋ ˈblɑk /

noun

plural

cutting blocks

1. chopping block.

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Example Sentences

Curious, though, that the visual effects Oscar — the only one that “Spider-Man: No Way Home” was nominated for — isn’t among those on the cutting block.

From Seattle Times

It has committed to sparing the NGBs from the cutting block for 2020, but also warned that a full cancellation of the Olympics – a possibility not being ruled out – would be “devastating” for U.S. sports.

From Washington Times

“How could mathematics be on the cutting block?” he said.

From Washington Post

You’re on the cutting block to get cut at any moment in time.

From Los Angeles Times

Even that limited amount of help is always on the cutting block.

From Washington Times