significantly curtail

Frequency: 7.110.1 per million words

to reduce something in a way that is large or important enough to be noticed

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  • The new legislation has significantly curtailed the freedom of the press.
  • The proposed budget cuts will significantly curtail funding for public education.
  • Due to economic pressures, the company was forced to significantly curtail employee travel allowances.
  • Stricter environmental regulations are expected to significantly curtail industrial emissions.
  • The global pandemic significantly curtailed international travel for nearly two years.
  • The latest software update seems to significantly curtail the user's ability to customize the interface.
  • A recent court ruling has significantly curtailed the powers of law enforcement in surveillance matters.
  • These economic sanctions could significantly curtail the country's access to global markets.
  • Emergency measures were introduced to significantly curtail water usage during the severe drought.
  • The new management style has significantly curtailed the team's autonomy in decision-making.