cut back

phrasal verb5 collocationsAvg. frequency: 7.2

to reduce the amount of money being spent by a person, government, or company.

to reduce the quantity of goods being manufactured or produced.

to reduce the level, frequency, or availability of a service (e.g., bus service).

to prune a bush significantly to control its size or encourage new growth.

to cut part of a plant's stem, often to remove dead parts or promote healthier growth.

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