cut the cord

cut the umbilical cord

To end a child's overdependence on or overattachment to their parents.

the apple does not fall far from the tree

A child grows up to be similar to its parents, both in behavior and in…

cut red tape

To reduce bureaucracy.

cut and dried

Simple, straightforward, clear, or certain.

cut the cheese

To fart loudly.

cut the mustard

To achieve the expected standard; to be effective or good enough; to s…