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Discover LudwigThe phrase "cut slack" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used to mean giving someone a break or being lenient with them, often in situations where they may be struggling or not meeting expectations.
Example: "I know he's been late to work a few times, but let's cut him some slack; he's been dealing with personal issues."
Alternatives: "give a break" or "show leniency."
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With that said, I think the television advertising budget should be the first to be cut," Slack says.
If Cuddy were to cut slack for people including clients and old friends–he wouldn't be able to face his wife during his trips to her grave.
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If we want them to cut us slack, we have to be willing to cut them slack too.
Nor is the president cut any slack.
She's the last person to cut herself slack".
He needs, though, to be cut some slack.
like me, however, aren't cut any slack.
Gary Naylor thinks Swing Low singers should be cut some slack.
Shouldn't a 7-year-old be cut some slack?
As for being cut insufficient slack, hmm, good point.
"Voters cut him slack they don't cut the rest of us," Willie Brown said.
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