Meanings
How to pronounce "cut down":
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Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see cut, down.
To bring down by cutting.
To insult, to belittle.
To reduce the amount of something.
Example: "He wants to cut down on extra steps."
Example: "Please don't put the candy jar right next to my desk. I'm trying to cut down on sugar."
To slay, often in great numbers.
Example: "I will cut you down where you stand."
Example Sentences
1
I need to cut down on my caffeine intake.
2
They decided to cut down on expenses to save money.
3
The doctor advised him to cut down on smoking.
4
She is trying to cut down on her sugar consumption.
5
He was told to cut down on his alcohol consumption for health reasons.
