cut down on
Example Sentences
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Early research shows school phone bans have cut down on student disciplinary problems and boosted test scores.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026
Californians have scaled back holiday travel and cut down on leisure night outs as the prices on the pumps don’t stabilize.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
Warsh has a lot more sway on how to cut down on communication.
From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026
You can even use pre-peeled garlic, a staple at many restaurants, to cut down on extra prep time.
From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026
Made it a little easier to walk the streets since it cut down on horse manure.
From "Life Is So Good" by George Dawson
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