pare down
Example Sentences
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Such arguments are meant to pare down complicated, systemic issues into a series of individual choices.
From Salon ● Sep. 23, 2026
The dynamic sets up potential inflation relief for shoppers and restaurants looking to pare down their costs for protein.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 10, 2026
If regulators approve the deal, David Ellison is widely expected to embark on a painful round of cost-cutting to pare down the load.
From Barron's ● Feb. 27, 2026
Target said it also plans to pare down the number of store districts.
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 9, 2026
He needed someone who could collaborate with MTI to pare down the show, simplify some of the music and set, while still pulling off a production that would impress Mackintosh.
From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove
