cutting it

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Charities, campaigners, and the suppliers' trade body criticised the proposal for just shifting the cost from one part of the bill to another rather than cutting it.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Last week, state officials informed Piece by Piece they were cutting it off from Medicaid in 60 days.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

The technique involves attaching an original sketch to an adhesive backing, cutting it out, strategically sprinkling sand on the desired areas, then removing any misplaced grains one by one.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

Analysts have reduced Southwest’s 2026 earnings estimates, with one cutting it from $5.05 to $3.59 per share.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

“I wonder why they chose the noon flight. That will get you into Washington around two. The competition starts at seven. That’s cutting it a little close.”

From "Out of My Mind" by Sharon M. Draper