"Cut-throat" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Cut-throat refers to intense and usually ruthless competition or rivalry, often with a sense of brutal or merciless tactics used to outdo others. It can also imply a willingness to do whatever it takes to succeed, even if it means harming others or their reputations. In business, politics, or other fields, cut-throat competition can lead to a dog-eat-dog environment where only the strongest or most cunning survive.