slashing

Example Sentences

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Dealing with deficits, whether through slashing spending or raising taxes, would have the opposite effect.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

CNBC, citing people familiar with the matter, reported that Oracle was slashing thousands of workers.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

It was a tale of two seasons for Smith, who dazzled with a .297/.357/.443 slash line through his first 75 big league games, but hit a snag over his next 59 games, slashing just .153/.248/.232.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

As the Eid al-Fitr holiday approaches, hundreds of Dubai's luxury hotels are slashing rates in a bid to attract at least local residents and their families.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

“SAFE!” the third-base ump says, slashing his arms out to his sides.

From "Fast Pitch" by Nic Stone