Local English word record

bring down

verb · 6 senses

cut down on; make a reduction in

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Examples

  • reduce your daily fat intake
  • The employer wants to cut back health benefits

Word relationships

Synonyms

reduce, cut down, cut back, trim, trim down, trim back, cut

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