26984 words

cutbacks

4 definitions • 8 examples
1
a reduction in something, made in order to save money:

Examples:

The closure of the Manchester printing factory is the company's biggest single cutback so far.
2
a play in American football in which a runner carrying the ball changes direction quickly and goes in a different direction from that in which the other players are running :

Examples:

The runner found open space for a cutback up the middle of the field and gained 12 yards.
The defender was unable to pivot when the running back made a cutback to the outside.
3
a reduction, esp. one made to save money:

Examples:

Cutbacks in public spending are expected in the next budget.
4
a reduction that is made to save money:

Examples:

The company has announced cutbacks in production due to falling sales.
big/drastic/severe, etc. cutbacks The closure of the construction company could mean big cutbacks among its suppliers.
announce/propose/face, etc. cutbacks Many schools are facing cutbacks in funding this year.
budget/staff/spending, etc. cutbacks

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