axing

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Manifold has publicly rebutted BP’s version of events, shooting back with statements defending what he described as his focused, fast-paced work aimed at axing expenses and boosting the company’s long-term prospects.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem this week seemed to come the closest a Cabinet official has come to a Trump axing this term.

From Slate • Jan. 31, 2026

In the meantime, the domestic club game is in crisis with the Welsh Rugby Union keen on axing one of the four professional teams competing in the United Rugby Championship to save money.

From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026

And old problems remain, despite axing Ruben Amorim in the wake of Sunday's 1-1 draw at Elland Road and, specifically, the emotional outburst that followed.

From BBC • Jan. 7, 2026

And I know they somethin wron cause all of a sudden the Head Orphan stop showin up cause I'm axing plenty question.

From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole