slash
verb (used with object)
to cut with a violent sweeping stroke or by striking violently and at random, as with a knife or sword.
has been slashing
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present perfect progressiveof slash (3rd person singular).present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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Tesla has been slashing prices most of this year to keep attracting buyers who now have a wider selection of electric vehicles as more automakers shift away from gasoline-powered cars and trucks.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 2, 2023
This year, Amazon has been slashing thousands of jobs as it aims to make major cost savings.
From BBC ● Apr. 5, 2023
But in recent weeks, Tesla has been slashing costs and halting spending in hopes of turning a profit as Model 3 sales rise.
From New York Times ● Oct. 1, 2018
The bank has been slashing expenses for years and Mr. Moynihan vowed Thursday to continue to do so.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 17, 2015
The U.S. government has been slashing its condition ratings for corn and soybeans each week, and will release an updated weekly crop rating and crop progress report later Monday.
From Reuters ● Jul. 23, 2012
