cut down

Example Sentences

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Learner drivers are now only able to swap their test to the three centres nearest to their original booking location in a bid to cut down waiting times.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

To help cut down the fishy smell, top the fish with your choice of acid, like fresh lemon juice or rice vinegar.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

Warsh has a lot more sway on how to cut down on communication.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

Maybe people were spending more money elsewhere on the weekends, so they cut down on tipping to make up for it.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

Then, if I can’t steer to any harbour with the wind that is, I shall cut down sails and lie by, and signal for help....

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker