slashing

Example Sentences

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The one mercy in all this is that, even in the current Congress, nobody is seriously suggesting slashing Social Security benefits across the board.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

The U.K.-based group reiterated its guidance for the full fiscal year, after previously slashing its forecast twice.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

This year, companies such as Block, Meta, Oracle and more have announced they’re slashing thousands of workers.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

She warned that the war had devastated the city's economy, slashing tourist numbers by around 95 percent and forcing hundreds of hotels to close.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

Without thinking, I uncapped Riptide and spun, slashing with my sword.

From "The Titan's Curse" by Rick Riordan