curtail
verb (used with object)
curtails
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present tense formof curtail (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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“We must also be very clear that any response to these abhorrent attacks that curtails our civil liberties would be wrong,” said Green Party leader Zack Polanski, who is Jewish.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 1, 2026
This hits the economy in two ways: boosting inflation and dampening disposable income which curtails growth.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 2, 2026
A wider or protracted conflict in the Middle East that curtails oil flow is certainly a risk.
From Barron's ● Mar. 4, 2026
Moreover, the huge loss in revenue limits the federal government’s capacity to carry out key work and curtails investments in lifesaving programs.
From Slate ● Mar. 25, 2024
In so far as it succeeds it curtails our recruiting ground and reinforces the ranks of our Enemies.
From In Darkest England and the Way Out by William Booth
