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Dictionary of Phrase and Fable—C

Cut and Dry

Already prepared. “He had a speech all cut and dry.” The allusion is to timber cut, dry, and fit for use.

Sets of phrases, cut and dry,
Evermore thy tongue supply.

Swift.

Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894
Cut and Run
Cut your Coat according to your Cloth
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