(US) To skip to the head of a queue without waiting for one's turn.
(US) To skip to the head of a queue without waiting for one's turn.
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(US) To jump the line.
To cut in line means to skip ahead of people who were already waiting, inserting yourself somewhere in a queue without earning your place by waiting. It's the American English version of what British speakers call 'jumping the queue.' Whether at an airport security line, a theme park, or a deli counter, cutting in line is universally considered rude and will earn you dirty looks at minimum. The phrase is sometimes used metaphorically to describe getting an unfair advantage in a competitive situation.
To enter something quickly, usually a mode of transport.
To join in on an activity quickly.