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trim back::verb | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | bring down, cut, cut back, cut down, reduce, trim, trim down |
| Type of | decrease, lessen, minify |
| Has types | downsize, inflate, knock off, quench, retrench, shave, shorten, slash, spill, subtract, take away, thin, thin out, deflate, detract |
| Verb group | cut |
Examples of trim back
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Already, members of my Cabinet have begun to trim back unnecessary expenditures.
From the techcrunch.com
Now that all the leaves have fallen off, I'm wondering if I should trim it back.
From the philly.com
Contrast-print trim traces the crew neckline and an exposed zip closes the back.
From the stltoday.com
Trim back potted tropical hibiscus in September to inspire new growth and blooms.
From the charlotteobserver.com
While he will trim back on some purchases, he draws the line on cutting favorites.
From the post-gazette.com
Tidy up Remove dead foliage from perennials and trim back ornamental grasses.
From the thenewstribune.com
When the paint has dried, remove the waxed paper and tack the trim back into place.
From the dailyherald.com
Given the tough economic times, where would you trim back county government?
From the suntimes.com
He said the county may trim back some of the sheriff's administrative staff instead.
From the sltrib.com
