cut backing
[/kʌt ˈbækɪŋ/]
nounpl: cut backings
redução de gastos, corte de orçamento, diminuição de investimentos
1. The act of reducing expenditures, budgets, or financial support in a systematic way
The government announced severe cut backing in education funding.
O governo anunciou cortes severos no financiamento da educação.
2. A reduction in the level of support, resources, or services provided
Due to economic challenges, the company implemented cut backing across all departments.
Devido aos desafios econômicos, a empresa implementou reduções de gastos em todos os departamentos.
3. In film and theater, the process of reducing or eliminating scenes during post-production
The director decided on cut backing of several scenes to shorten the film.
O diretor decidiu pela eliminação de várias cenas para encurtar o filme.
Cut backing is frequently discussed in Brazilian and American media during economic downturns or government fiscal crises. In Brazil, it often relates to discussions on education and healthcare funding, while in the US it's commonly associated with defense spending and social programs. The term carries political connotations and is often used in heated policy debates.
NYC Slang
budget crunch, belt-tightening, fiscal squeeze
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