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Cut Back (Verb)

Place restrictions on; "curtail drinking in school".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Cut down on; make a reduction in; "reduce your daily fat intake"; "The employer wants to cut back health benefits".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

The government has vowed to cut back spending on non-essential projects to balance the budget.
She needs to cut back on sugary drinks to lower her calorie intake and lose weight.
Due to financial struggles, the family was forced to cut back on luxury items and dining out.
The company plans to cut back employee bonuses this year as part of a cost-cutting measure.
As part of the diet plan, the patient was advised to cut back on red meat consumption.

Return in time; "the film cut back to an earlier event in the story".

Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.

The movie cut back to the main character's childhood, exploring the traumatic event that shaped her personality.
As the plot thickened, the scene cut back to a conversation between the suspected killer and a mysterious stranger.
The documentary series cut back to an earlier interview, where the politician made a statement that conflicted with their current claims.
In a dramatic twist, the story cut back to reveal the surprising truth about the main character's past.
The film cut back to the scene where the clues were first hidden, exposing the clever trick used by the villain.