short cut

Definitions

A route shorter than the customary one.

A method or means of achieving something more quickly or easily than by the usual way.

Examples

We decided to take a short cut through the park to get to the station faster.

There is no easy short cut to becoming a master at playing the piano.

Synonyms

direct route quick way fast track path of least resistance bypassing route

Antonyms

long way around scenic route detour indirect path circuitous route