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curtailment

Pronunciation: [kɜrˈteɪlmənt]

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Learn how to use curtailment in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “restriction”

(noun) the action of reducing or limiting something. It means making something smaller or shorter than it was before. For example, if you can't play outside as long as you used to, that's a curtailment of your playtime.

Example

The curtailment of activities during the storm helped keep everyone safe.

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The curtailment of fun was disappointing for all the kids at the party.

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What curtailment have you noticed in your daily routine lately?

Context: “government policy”

(noun) a reduction or limitation imposed by authorities, often to control spending or resources. This is when a government decides to spend less money or use fewer resources, like when they cut back on public services.

Example

The city council discussed the curtailment of unnecessary spending to balance the budget.

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The curtailment of essential services made life harder for some families.

Example

What reasons are there for the curtailment of government programs?

How to pronounce curtailment

Pronunciation: [kɜrˈteɪlmənt]

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