scale back further
[/skeɪl bæk ˈfɜðər/]
verb phrase
reduzir ainda mais; diminuir ainda mais
1. to reduce the size, scope, or intensity of something to an even greater degree than previously done
The company decided to scale back further on international expansion due to market challenges.
A empresa decidiu reduzir ainda mais seus planos de expansão internacional devido aos desafios do mercado.
2. to make additional cuts or reductions to an existing downsized operation or project
We need to scale back further on our marketing budget to meet financial targets.
Precisamos diminuir ainda mais nosso orçamento de marketing para atingir as metas financeiras.
This phrase is commonly used in corporate and governmental contexts in both the USA and Brazil during economic downturns or budget constraints. In American business culture, it reflects pragmatic cost-cutting measures, while in Brazilian Portuguese contexts it's often associated with economic crises and fiscal austerity programs. The phrase implies that previous reductions were insufficient and more drastic measures are necessary.
NYC Slang
cut more; trim the fat some more
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