Cut a sorry figure phrase
If someone cuts a sorry figure, he or she creates an unfavourable impression to others or causes others to regard him or her unfavourably.
David cut a sorry figure on his first date with Lisa because of wearing shorts and a tank top.
You will cut a sorry figure at the first meeting with your boyfriend's family, if you wear this outfit.
The verb "cut" must be conjugated according to its tense.
The origin of this phrase is not clear.
Used when something unpleasant has happened that has spoilt what you intended to do
Oh, no, that’s torn it! I’ve left my wallet at home!