If you have a report, typically using 'cut' will remove the column from the report and the item will remain in the underlying query so that you can add it back to the report if needed. Using 'delete' however will remove the column from the report AND remove it from the underlying query. You can use the 'box type' none option as well it just depends what type of report you are creating (e.g. list, crosstab etc) and what your intent is.
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Bob Smith
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