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Curtailed

Verb / kɜ:ˈteɪld / Another word for curtailed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To cut short or reduce.

Synonyms & similar words

curb curtail cutback clip restrict cutshort abbreviate truncate reduce limit shorten clip diminish shrink slash lessen condense contract abridge decrease minimize downsize retrench restrict

Example sentences

  1. I had to curtail my shopping because I ran out of money.
  2. The school had to curtail its budget due to the pandemic.
  3. The boss had to curtail the meeting because of an emergency.
  4. The teacher had to curtail the lesson because of the fire drill.
  5. The company had to curtail its production because of the shortage of raw materials.

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  • Time is a created thing. To say 'I don't have time,' is like saying, 'I don't want to.' - Lao Tzu
  • The purpose of our lives is to be happy. - Dalai Lama
  • All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them. - Walt Disney

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