cut a figure
Related to cut a figure: cut losses, cut some slack
cut a figure
To convey a particular image. An adjective is often used between "a" and "figure." As the dog ran around while covered in a blanket, he cut a funny figure that entertained the kids.
See also: cut, figure
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
cut a — figure
present yourself or appear in a particular way. 1994 Vanity Fair David has cut a dashing figure on the international social scene.
See also: cut, figure
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
cut a fine, poor, sorry, etc. ˈfigure
have a fine, etc. appearance: In his brand new uniform he cut a fine figure.See also: cut, figure
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- cut a fine, poor, sorry, etc. figure
- figure out
- figure into
- figure into (something)
- figure up
- a ballpark figure
- ballpark figure
- ballpark figure, a
- figure
- flatter figure