cut down

Example Sentences

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He tries to cut down on trips to the grocery store to save on fuel.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

“Coming in as a freshman, that was the plan — to cut down nets,” Gabriela said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

"It's ridiculous," he said, lamenting how he has had to cut down on driving.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

The Thai government has asked people to take their jackets off as part of measures to cut down on the amount of energy consumed by air conditioning units.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

They are close to the river, in a forest that has never been cut down.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver