cut back
Example Sentences
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Caregivers often cut back on work hours or leave the workforce altogether, resulting in lost wages, lower retirement account balances, reduced Social Security benefits, missed career opportunities and, in many cases, diminished long-term financial security.
From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026
Burnham was also asked about his views regarding the HS2 rail project, which has been repeatedly cut back from its original plan to extend into the North of England.
From BBC • May 21, 2026
Employers have singled out AI in recent years as a reason to cut back on hiring college graduates.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
This week, NewEdge Wealth’s Cameron Dawson talks about whether it’s time to cut back on chip stocks.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
“If it leads nowhere we can turn around and cut back in,” I said.
From "A Farewell To Arms" by Ernest Hemingway
