axed

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Roles across consulting, sales and the Xbox gaming unit are among those likely to be axed, the people also said.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 1, 2026

A total of 2,150 of the positions being axed are in Germany, with talks to be held with staff representatives in the coming weeks.

From Barron's • Jun. 18, 2026

When Colbert announced last year that his show was being axed by CBS after this season, there were reports that the program was losing up to $50 million a year.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

Although a public inquiry had found that the case for the road was "compelling", former first minister Drakeford axed the scheme in 2019 because of its cost and the impact on the environment.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

“The one lookin for you. Drove in here early this mornin and axed for ya.”

From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison