cut back

/kˈʌt bˈak/

/kˈʌt bˈæk/

to cut back

MAIN VERB

[phrase form: cut]

to decrease the quantity of something being used or consumed

synonyms : bring down

return in time

synonyms : flash back

place restrictions on

synonyms : curb

to cut off the top parts of a tree, bush, or other plant to either reduce their size or help them grow

synonyms : clip

Examples

1. During tough times, they had to cut back on expenses to make ends meet.

2. During the recession, many families had to tighten their belts and cut back on unnecessary expenses.

3. Advising him to cut back on luxuries to build wealth for the future.

4. Cutting back the sugar.