cutbacks

plural of cutback

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Noun
  • Even so, weight cuts remain the most dangerous aspect of combat sports.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 20 June 2026
  • The new findings published Thursday draw on a survey conducted from October to December 2025 — before major recent changes to health policy, like Congress’ Medicaid cuts or its decision not to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies, took effect.
    Ali Swenson, Fortune, 20 June 2026
Noun
  • This is because many people tolerate the early dose reductions fairly well but struggle more near the end of the taper because the brain becomes increasingly sensitive to serotonin changes at lower doses.
    Daryl Austin, USA Today, 23 June 2026
  • Support for older adults in poverty Benefits that many low-income older Americans rely on are facing substantial reductions.
    Naomi Cahn, The Conversation, 22 June 2026
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“Cutbacks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cutbacks. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.

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