cut down (Meaning)
cut down (v)
cut down on; make a reduction in
cut with sweeping strokes; as with an ax or machete
cause to come or go down
intercept (a player)
cut with a blade or mower
cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow
Synonyms & Antonyms of cut down
cut down Sentence Examples
- The environmentalist urged the community to cut down on their use of single-use plastics.
- To reduce energy consumption, we need to cut down on our reliance on fossil fuels.
- The doctor advised him to cut down on his intake of sugary foods to improve his health.
- The government announced plans to cut down on bureaucratic red tape to streamline processes.
- The forestry service had to cut down diseased trees to prevent the spread of infection.
- She decided to cut down on her spending to save money for a vacation.
- The new manager implemented measures to cut down on waste in the office.
- The mayor promised to cut down on crime rates by increasing police presence in the area.
- The teacher suggested that the student cut down on distractions to improve their focus.
- He resolved to cut down on screen time to spend more quality time with his family.
FAQs About the word cut down
cut down on; make a reduction in, cut with sweeping strokes; as with an ax or machete, cause to come or go down, intercept (a player), cut with a blade or mower
chop (down),mow, demolish, tear down, hew,fell,flatten, level
No antonyms found.
The environmentalist urged the community to cut down on their use of single-use plastics.
To reduce energy consumption, we need to cut down on our reliance on fossil fuels.
The doctor advised him to cut down on his intake of sugary foods to improve his health.
The government announced plans to cut down on bureaucratic red tape to streamline processes.
