was slashing
- past progressive of slash.
Example Sentences
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LyondellBasell said Friday that it was slashing its dividend in half in an effort to save cash, as the chemicals market looks set to continue weakening.
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 20, 2026
Then, in January 2024, the company said it was slashing 25% of its workforce as part of an effort to focus on long-term growth.
From Barron's ● Dec. 11, 2025
In May, Hims & Hers said it was slashing more than 4% of its workforce after signaling it would move away from selling cheaper alternatives to weight-loss drugs.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 28, 2025
Sausage maker Heck announced in May it was slashing its range of meat-free products from ten to just 2.
From BBC ● Dec. 11, 2023
War Admiral was slashing at the air, reaching deeper and deeper into himself.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
