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What does cut back mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word cut back? Here's what it means.

Verb
  1. (on) To reduce the amount of (something).
  2. (on) To reduce spending.
  3. (on) To reduce consumption.
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Let us assume that you have decided, at least for the time being, to stop or cut back your addictive behavior.
The provider may recommend that the pregnant woman cut back on her activities and avoid aerobic exercise.
He cut back on to his left foot before driving the ball across for Derek Nicol to head home.
The worrying thing for holidaymakers and travel agents is the cut back on flights by major tour operators.
That sense of vulnerability has prompted many businesses to cut back on air travel.
After flowering, if there are no ornamental seed heads, the flowering stems may be cut back to a leaf joint to remove the faded flowers.

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