belt-tightening
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of belt-tightening
First recorded in 1935–40
Example Sentences
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The latest round of belt-tightening across Hollywood has now reached the Happiest Place on Earth.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 28, 2026
Some will think that is a good thing as the BBC reflects the belt-tightening going on in most homes and companies across the UK.
From BBC ● Oct. 20, 2026
The low unemployment will help keep households afloat, but expect some belt-tightening to start taking place by May—especially if price pressures remain elevated.
From Barron's ● Apr. 30, 2026
The company is dealing with a belt-tightening consumer base and a weaker housing market.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 27, 2026
The changes are stripping work trips of whatever shred of glamour they had after years of belt-tightening.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 30, 2026
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