cut through

Short definition from Wiktionary

Verb

1. 1
   Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see cut, through.
2. 2
   To dispense with or quickly deal with (an issue that is seen as an obstruction or waste of time).
3. 3
   To take a shortcut through.
4. 4
   To reach (an audience etc.).

Noun

1. 1
   A shortcut; a route that goes through a particular area or property.
2. 2
   Reach, influence.