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  • present participle of slash.
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slashing

[slash-ing] / ˈslæʃ ɪŋ /


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The European Commission, in charge of EU trade policy, says the step is about slashing the financial burden on customs duties after the explosion in imports, and tackling the safety risks from unchecked goods.

From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026

The recent trial failure for ampreloxetine prompted the company to accelerate a review of strategic alternatives and launch a restructuring plan, which included slashing half of its workforce.

From Barron's • Jun. 29, 2026

For Waste Management’s WM Recycling unit, automation is viewed as the key to extracting more profit by slashing labor costs.

From Barron's • Jun. 17, 2026

The city said it has overhauled its p-card program, slashing the number of cards from 320 to 67.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Grace could see the red “Return to Sender” stamp slashing across the white paper.

From "Far from the Tree" by Robin Benway




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