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Belt-tightening

Definition:

Belt-tightening refers to the act of reducing expenses or spending money more cautiously in order to save money.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun
• Adjective

Senses:

Sense 1:

(Noun) The act or process of cutting down on expenses or budgeting more carefully to save money.

Example sentence: During tough economic times, many families resort to belt-tightening and cut down on unnecessary expenses.

Sense 2:

(Adjective) Referring to financial measures taken to reduce spending and save money.

Example sentence: The government implemented a series of belt-tightening measures to address the increasing national debt.

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