to downsize
01
(of a company or organization) to become smaller by reducing the number of employees or departments
例子
The corporation downsized after losing several major contracts.
During the merger, the company downsized to streamline operations.
02
to design, manufacture, or produce something in a smaller size
例子
The company downsized the car model for better fuel efficiency.
The smartphone was downsized to fit comfortably in one hand.
03
to terminate employees as part of a reduction in company size
例子
The company downsized 200 staff members last quarter.
Many employees were downsized during the restructuring.
04
to relocate to a smaller home or living space
例子
After retirement, they downsized to a modest apartment.
Many families downsize when children move out.
词汇树
downsizing
downsize
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