Example Sentences

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His timing was bad, having bought an airline at a time when corporate customers were cutting back.

From Salon • Apr. 28, 2026

Several tech companies were cutting back after hiring during the pandemic.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

An Evri courier of 10 years told us their colleagues were "cutting corners" because they had to deliver so much in terms of volume to get a decent wage.

From BBC • Dec. 15, 2025

More sellers were cutting prices in October to boost sales, Zillow data found, with multiple reductions becoming more common.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 3, 2025

Some people were cutting down the tall papyrus grass by the water’s edge.

From "A Long Walk to Water" by Linda Sue Park