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cutback

/kʌtˈbæk/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does cutback mean?

noun, verb

A reduction in spending, staff, or activities; a cut in something, especially a budget or a workforce. To reduce the amount of something, especially money or staff.

Example

"The company made a cutback in production to save costs."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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