cutbacks

Definition of cutbacksnext
plural of cutback

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cutbacks
Noun
  • Most of the cuts would come to off-peak flights, Kirby said.
    Michael Loria, USA Today, 22 Mar. 2026
  • Few roster decisions remained, after camp cuts Wednesday included right-handers Kyle Hurt and River Ryan, and infielder Ryan Fitzgerald.
    Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 21 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Some lawmakers think the staff reductions are hampering farmers’ ability to access programs.
    Patricia Kime, USA Today, 23 Mar. 2026
  • That this goes ignored at the expense of flight reductions, flight delays and passenger safety is egregious.
    Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026
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“Cutbacks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cutbacks. Accessed 28 Mar. 2026.

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