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Definitions

belt-tightening

[belt-tahyt-n-ing] / ˈbɛltˌtaɪt n ɪŋ /
NOUN
cutback
Synonyms
STRONGEST
decline reduction reversal
STRONG
abatement curtailment decrement economy lessening lowering
Antonyms
STRONGEST
increase
WEAK
raise

Example Sentences

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But aware of the risks, it has brought in a series of belt-tightening measures - including declaring Wednesdays a public holiday and bringing in fuel rationing.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

“Our 2026 budget is not the sharp drop-off it might at first appear to be, but rather, it is a continuation of a belt-tightening that is already under way,” acting Chair George Botic said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 19, 2025

But growing AI adoption, softening consumer and corporate spending, and belt-tightening driven by higher costs likely played a role as well.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 6, 2025

Some 30,000 positions will be cut in a belt-tightening move expected to begin on Tuesday, multiple news outlets reported.

From Barron's • Oct. 28, 2025

Leaders signaled that more belt-tightening was on the way, saying they would speed up plans to consolidate IT teams and streamline other administrative functions to funnel limited funds to teaching and research.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 25, 2025