Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Cut it fine'. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Cut it fine'.

A. To leave very little margin of time or space

B. To be generous

C. To be precise exactly

D. To cut finely

Answer: Option A

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It means to risk being late by leaving barely enough time.

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