Example Sentences

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"We are struggling to survive. I am cutting down on household expenses, but I have three children whose education matters the most. At times I have had to borrow money."

From BBC • May 29, 2026

What was said: “I am cutting our carbon emissions in half by 2030.”

From Seattle Times • Mar. 8, 2024

“I can tell you that I am cutting back on the desserts when I go out to eat,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 16, 2023

“I know that they will detain me, so I am cutting my hair short because I’m afraid of the lice in prison,” she declared.

From New York Times • Aug. 6, 2021

While I am cutting mine I think about Mrs. Smeath’s bad heart.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood