cut the mustard (not to) [exp]

Meaning:

• not to do a job in a perfect way.

Examples:

1. Between these two guys choose the older one for this position. Because the younger person is less experienced and cannot cut the mustard.
2. The new hire didn’t cut the mustard and was let go after a month.
3. Her writing skills didn’t cut the mustard for the editorial team.
4. The star player didn’t cut the mustard during the championship game.
5. The rookie’s performance didn’t cut the mustard in training camp.
6. The restaurant’s service didn’t cut the mustard, so we won’t go back.
7. His excuse for being late didn’t cut the mustard with the teacher.
8. The candidate didn’t cut the mustard during the interview.
9. Her presentation didn’t cut the mustard for the client.