Cut The Mustard

Synonyms of cut the mustard

• succeed
• make the grade
• measure up

Antonyms of cut the mustard

• fall short
• fail to meet expectations
• underperform

Collocations of cut the mustard

meet the deadline

Frequency: 70 %

I need to cut the mustard and meet the deadline for this project.

reach the goal

Frequency: 60 %

She always cuts the mustard and reaches the goal set for her.

pass the test

Frequency: 50 %

In order to cut the mustard, you need to study hard and pass the test.

make the grade

Frequency: 45 %

He failed to cut the mustard and make the grade in the competition.

Idiomatic Expressions for cut the mustard

• Phrase: able to cut the mustard
  Meaning: to be capable or competent
  Usage: Despite his young age, the rookie quarterback was able to cut the mustard and lead his team to victory.