Cut down on: Meaning and Examples — Word Power 13
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Cut down on
Word Power 13 · Phrasal verbs
Meaning
To reduce the size, amount or number of something, especially its consumption.
Usage
- The doctor told him to cut down on his drinking.
- He is trying to cut down on smoking.
- He is a diabetic. He has cut down on his intake of sugar by 50%.
Your turn
Use “cut down on” in a sentence of your own. The original lesson image also includes Hindi support and illustrations.
A LITTLE PRACTICE
Now, give it a try.
Can you remember what “Cut down on” means?
Take a moment. Then have a look at the answer.
From this lesson
To reduce the size, amount or number of something, especially its consumption.
