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UK//kʌt ðə roʊd ɪn ɔːl daɪˈrɛkʃənz//US//kʌt ðə roʊd ɪn ɔl daɪˈrɛkʃənz//

Meaning of Cut the road in all directions

Obstruct or divide the road in multiple directions.

In simple words: Block or divide the road in each direction.

Cut the road in all directions in a sentence

  • The construction crew had to cut the road in all directions to fix the main water line.
  • Due to the storm, they decided to cut the road in all directions for safety reasons.
  • The protest led the police to cut the road in all directions, causing major traffic delays.
  • It's important to inform drivers that they will cut the road in all directions next week for maintenance.
  • The city authorities announced they would cut the road in all directions during the marathon next month.

How to use Cut the road in all directions

Use this phrase to describe a situation where a road is obstructed or divided. It is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts when discussing traffic or road conditions.

Grammar pattern

phrase + standalone usage

Memory hint

Imagine cutting a piece of pizza into slices, where each slice represents a road direction.

Related words

Collocations with Cut the road in all directions

  • cut the road
  • traffic cut
  • cut all directions
  • road obstruction
  • restrict road access

Synonyms for Cut the road in all directions

  • block the road
  • divert traffic
  • close the road
  • obstruct the path
  • restrict access

Common mistakes with Cut the road in all directions

  • Confusing with 'block the road' which has a narrower meaning.
  • Using it inappropriately for non-traffic contexts.
  • Misinterpreting 'cut' as entirely different from 'divide'.

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Frequently asked questions about Cut the road in all directions

What does Cut the road in all directions mean?

Block or divide the road in each direction.

What is the definition of Cut the road in all directions?

Obstruct or divide the road in multiple directions.

How do you use Cut the road in all directions in a sentence?

The construction crew had to cut the road in all directions to fix the main water line.

Can you give another example of Cut the road in all directions?

Due to the storm, they decided to cut the road in all directions for safety reasons.

What are synonyms for Cut the road in all directions?

Common alternatives include block the road, divert traffic, close the road, obstruct the path, restrict access.

What words go with Cut the road in all directions?

It commonly pairs with cut the road, traffic cut, cut all directions, road obstruction, restrict road access.

What are common mistakes when using Cut the road in all directions?

Confusing with 'block the road' which has a narrower meaning. Using it inappropriately for non-traffic contexts. Misinterpreting 'cut' as entirely different from 'divide'.

How do you pronounce Cut the road in all directions?

US: //kʌt ðə roʊd ɪn ɔl daɪˈrɛkʃənz//, UK: //kʌt ðə roʊd ɪn ɔːl daɪˈrɛkʃənz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Cut the road in all directions?

Use this phrase to describe a situation where a road is obstructed or divided. It is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts when discussing traffic or road conditions.