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(Entry 1 of 2)
as in economizing, frugality
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cutting back
verbpresent participle of cut back
Synonyms & Antonyms of cutting back (Entry 2 of 2)
1
to make (something) shorter or smaller with the use of a cutting instrument
- we need to cut back the bushes a bit so that the house number is visible from the street
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2
to make less in extent or duration
- cut back the meeting so everyone could leave early for the long weekend
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