whittled (down)

past tense of whittle (down)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for whittled (down)
Verb
  • This can seriously cut down the chances of data breaches, especially since the institution isn’t holding onto all that sensitive personal info in one place.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
  • The multi-coated glass cuts down on chromatic aberrations (distortion or color fringing sometimes seen around objects in bright sunlight).
    Scott Gilbertson, Wired News, 25 June 2025
Verb
  • In the summer heat, the foliage usually dies back, and it is recommended to cut back the stems at that point.
    Lauren David, Southern Living, 6 July 2025
  • The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, called CalFresh in the state, also may have to cut back.
    David Lightman Updated July 3, Sacbee.com, 3 July 2025
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“Whittled (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whittled%20%28down%29. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.

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