cutback — a reduction in something, especially spending or employment
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a reduction in something, especially spending or employment
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkʌtbæk/
Example Sentences
- The CEO's solution to bankruptcy was simple: fire everyone and call it 'strategic cutbacks.'
- Government cutbacks in education funding have affected public schools nationwide.
- After the cutbacks, the office coffee machine became more valuable than the employees.
cutback
NOUN[/ˈkʌtbæk/]
a reduction in something, especially spending or employment
The manager announces a sudden cutback, and half the staff lose their jobs.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Cutback is a compound word formed from 'cut' and 'back', emerging in the early 20th century. It derives from the literal sense of cutting something and pulling it back, evolving to mean a reduction or decrease in spending, production, or services.
Breakdown
cut (to sever or reduce) + back (to withdraw or move backward) = to reduce or diminish something by cutting or decreasing it.
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📝Examples
“The CEO's solution to bankruptcy was simple: fire everyone and call it 'strategic cutbacks.'”
“Government cutbacks in education funding have affected public schools nationwide.”
“After the cutbacks, the office coffee machine became more valuable than the employees.”
“The hospital had to make significant cutbacks in non-essential services.”
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