cut down

Example Sentences

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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

You can even use pre-peeled garlic, a staple at many restaurants, to cut down on extra prep time.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

In 2016, workers cut down dozens of oaks trees on land managed by Justin to make room for new grape plantings, stirring up controversy.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

In the old days, when there was plenty of land because there were not nearly so many people, they didn’t need to cut down many trees.

From "My Life with the Chimpanzees" by Jane Goodall