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2011.09.29
It seems this expression comes from the practice of "cutting" across a corner in the road (i.e., taking a "short cut") instead of properly driving all the way to the corner before making the turn. Yes, it's faster, but it can also be dangerous, right?
CUT CORNERS 工程を省く、節約する
- To cut corners is to reduce the time, money, or effort required to do something, often by sacrificing quality, safety, etc.
- cut corners は、多くの場合は質や安全性などを犠牲にして、何かをするのに必要な時間やお金、努力を減らす、つまり、工程を省く、あるいは、節約するという意味です。
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