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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

downsize

/daʊnˈsaɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does downsize mean?

verb

To reduce the size or number of employees, departments, or operations in a company, often as a cost-cutting measure. To make something smaller or less complex.

Example

"The company had to downsize due to financial difficulties, resulting in the loss of many jobs."

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