cut off
disconnect (phone, electricity, etc.)
To stop a service like a phone call, electricity, or internet from working, often suddenly or by accident.
My phone call was cut off in the middle of our conversation.
"cut" — same verb, different meanings · Part 2 of 2
Phrasal verbs built on "cut" — same verb, but the particle changes the meaning. Pick the one that fits.
cut
off
cut offTo stop a service like a phone call, electricity, or internet from working, often suddenly or by accident.My phone call was cut off in the middle of our conversation.
off from
cut off fromTo be unable to reach or connect with people, places, or things, often because something is blocking or stopping you.After the storm, the village was completely cut off from the rest of the country.
out
cut outTo stop doing or eating something, especially because it is unhealthy or not good for you.After his doctor’s advice, Mark decided to cut out sugar from his diet.
out for
cut out forTo be naturally suited or have the right skills, personality, or ability for a particular job, activity, or situation.I realized pretty quickly that I wasn't cut out for working in sales.
cut off from
to be separated from something or someone
To be unable to reach or connect with people, places, or things, often because something is blocking or stopping you.
After the storm, the village was completely cut off from the rest of the country.
cut out
stop doing or eating something (usually for health reasons)
To stop doing or eating something, especially because it is unhealthy or not good for you.
After his doctor’s advice, Mark decided to cut out sugar from his diet.
cut out for
to have the right qualities for something
To be naturally suited or have the right skills, personality, or ability for a particular job, activity, or situation.
I realized pretty quickly that I wasn't cut out for working in sales.