cut the funny stuff

cut the funny stuff

To stop joking or fooling around (and be serious or focused). Often used as an imperative. Boys! Cut the funny stuff and focus on these math problems! If Tom doesn't cut the funny stuff soon, Sarah's going to get upset. The boss told us to cut the funny stuff and get ready for the meeting.
See also: cut, funny, stuff
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • cut the comedy
  • Cut the comedy!
  • cut the crap
  • Cut the crap!
  • cut a fat hog
  • cut eyes at
  • cut eyes at (someone or something)
  • wouldn't cut hot butter