CUTTING BACK Synonyms: 122 Similar and Opposite Words

cutting back 1 of 2

noun

as in ungenerosity

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cutting back

2 of 2

verb

present participle of cut back

as in shaving

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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as in shortening

to make less in extent or duration cut back the meeting so everyone could leave early for the long weekend

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Recent Examples of cutting back

Verb

In fact, cutting back during extreme heat reduces waste buildup and oxygen demands. — Anne Readel, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2026 The council, which voted 12-0 to place the measure on the ballot, has been thinking about cutting back on the number of meetings for a few years. — Melissa Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2026 Many herbaceous perennials benefit from cutting back in late winter before new growth emerges. — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 July 2026 Medicare's bridge program comes as companies that provide health insurance for most working-age adults are cutting back coverage. — Ken Alltucker, USA Today, 29 June 2026 Video games are Whitehead’s usual palate cleanser between projects, but lately he’s been cutting back. — Julian Lucas, New Yorker, 22 June 2026 Keep your ferns tidy by cutting back old, decaying growth. — Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 22 June 2026 Kilan Ashad-Bishop, a University of Miami assistant professor and the study’s lead investigator, said participants described relying more on air conditioning, cutting back on social activities and rescheduling appointments to avoid the hottest parts of the day. — Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 18 June 2026 The Women’s Eredivisie, the top-flight female league in Holland now has just 10 teams, after cutting back from 12 last season. — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 18 June 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for cutting back

Noun

What Warren fails to recognize is that the formula of progress that dictates these measures also dictates that they will someday be regarded as the ungenerosity of a primitive people.

— Greg Weiner, National Review, 26 Sep. 2019

Definition of ungenerosity

Verb

The successful transfer highlights the digital twin’s accuracy and shows how robotics software can be rapidly validated before operating on real hardware, significantly shortening development cycles.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 9 July 2026
On Tuesday, a Paris appeals court cleared a path for the 57-year-old Le Pen to run by shortening a ban on seeking public office that had spelled possible doom for her ambitions.

— ABC News, ABC News, 8 July 2026

Definition of shortening

Noun

Feelings from optimism to selfishness to lust are all neatly captured with song and dance.

— Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 6 July 2026
After Portugal’s 1-1 tie against DR Congo, Henry explained the selfishness of Cristiano Ronaldo’s movement, not opening space for a teammate.

— Andrew Marchand, New York Times, 18 June 2026

Definition of selfishness

Verb

This allows manufacturers to bypass spinning, weaving, cutting or sewing — the multistage process that has defined apparel manufacturing for centuries.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 10 July 2026
The federal agency also recommends cutting away any damaged or bruised areas on fruits and vegetables before preparing and eating.

— Michelle Marchante July 10, Miami Herald, 10 July 2026

Definition of cutting

Noun

Suarez departed Sunday evening’s start in Anaheim with adductor tightness.

— Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 9 July 2026
Marlins manager Clayton McCullough said postgame Wednesday that Caissie had initially felt the tightness on Tuesday but went through pregame work on Wednesday with no issue.

— Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 9 July 2026

Definition of tightness

Verb

Conviction should not prevent an investor from trimming or exiting once the valuation has absorbed the catalyst.

— Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
While some varieties will rebloom without deadheading, trimming fading flowers keeps the flower bed from looking tired.

— Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 30 June 2026

Definition of trimming

Noun

The headband is flexible for a perfect fit, and the adjustable earcups have plush cushioning to prevent pinching.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 26 June 2026
The Maui flip-flops target key pressure points on the sole of the foot to help evenly distribute weight and reduce stress, while the wide toe post is designed to minimize pinching and blisters.

— Annie Blackman, InStyle, 13 June 2026