drastic cut

Frequency: 7.512.5 per million words

A large and severe reduction, especially in spending or services.

drasticADJECTIVE + NOUN

Categories:

cut

Examples (10)

  • The government announced a drastic cut in public spending.
  • The company was forced to make drastic cuts to its workforce to avoid bankruptcy.
  • Schools are facing drastic cuts in their funding this year.
  • After losing his job, he had to make a drastic cut in his personal expenses.
  • The new policy resulted in a drastic cut in services for the elderly.
  • How will the local community cope with such a drastic cut in library hours?
  • Economists are predicting drastic cuts in interest rates to stimulate the economy.
  • Many departments experienced drastic cuts following the budget review.
  • A drastic cut in the research budget could hinder scientific progress for years.
  • Without a drastic cut in emissions, we will face severe climate consequences.