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The Social Security Administration says it has cut down wait times for customers, but those vary by location.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 23, 2026

He said it was something on his mind ahead of election, adding there was "a lot we can do to cut down our costs".

From BBC ● Sep. 7, 2026

More broadly, campus programs to support the academic success of Latino and Black students have also been cut down at some UC campuses, though administrators have blamed budget cuts for the draw downs.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 3, 2026

As far as I’m concerned these cameras should all be cut down.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 28, 2026

I just cut down the ramp and flee back down the path, without a backward glance.

From "Leah on the Offbeat" by Becky Albertalli




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