cutting

Example Sentences

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Cutting off gay teenagers, say, from finding likeminded people in their age group could isolate them.

From Slate • Jun. 18, 2026

She did an interview with the Cutting Room Floor about fashion shows and how people don’t say hi each other, and there’s nothing wrong with saying hi to each other.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Cutting rates, or even appearing soft on inflation, could push borrowing costs higher still.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Cutting rates tends to boost economic activity and job growth; raising them can cool both inflation and growth.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

Cutting a chunk out of my EVA suit leaves it with another hole.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir