cutting down
Example Sentences
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The approach may also reduce costs and improve working conditions by cutting down on time consuming procedures and limiting the use of hazardous chemicals.
From Science Daily • May 22, 2026
There is also going to be a streamlined process for referral to appropriate clinicians with the aim of cutting down long waits for treatment.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
Cruise lines have spent the past few years “systematically” cutting down on their own value proposition, cutting inclusions, adding fees and shrinking the onboard experiences while raising fares significantly, she said.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 11, 2026
It is the kind of move that Robinson said will have him cutting down on all but the essentials.
From Barron's • Mar. 7, 2026
“I know you did a lousy job cutting down those gutter weeds and earned your family a ticket.”
From "Dead End in Norvelt" by Jack Gantos
