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slice into

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Word: Slice into

Part of Speech: Verb Phrase

Definition: "Slice into" means to cut or move through something with a slicing motion. This can refer to cutting food, or it can describe a motion through the air or another object.

Usage Instructions:
  • Use "slice into" when you want to describe the action of cutting into something, usually with a sharp tool like a knife.
  • It can also be used metaphorically to describe a movement that goes through something smoothly.
Example Sentences:
  • Literal Usage: "She used a sharp knife to slice into the ripe watermelon."
  • Metaphorical Usage: "The airplane sliced into the clouds as it took off."
Advanced Usage:
  • In a more figurative sense, "slice into" can describe penetrating or entering a situation or environment (e.g., "The new policy sliced into the existing regulations, changing how businesses operate.").
Word Variants:
  • Slice (verb): The base form, meaning to cut something.
  • Slicing (noun/verb): The act of cutting into something.
Different Meanings:
  • Slice (noun): A thin piece cut from something (e.g., "I would like a slice of pizza.")
  • Slice (verb): To cut something into thin pieces.
Synonyms:
  • Cut into
  • Carve
  • Incise
  • Penetrate (in a metaphorical sense)
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:
  • Slice of life: A realistic representation of everyday experiences.
  • Slice through the noise: To make a clear statement or action that stands out in a chaotic or confusing situation.
Summary:

"Slice into" is a useful verb phrase that describes the action of cutting or moving through something. You can use it literally for food or objects, or metaphorically to describe entering a situation.

Verb
  1. move through a body or an object with a slicing motion
    • His hand sliced through the air

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