Cut down
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Meaning 1 of 3
Definition
To remove something by cutting, usually a tree
Example sentence
They cut down the old tree in the backyard.
Real video usage
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Common collocations
Natural word pairings to memorize.
cut down a tree
cut down the bushes
cut down the forest
cut down branches
workers cut down trees
Separable usage
Can the object split the verb? Compare correct vs incorrect.
They cut down the tree. ✅ (Correct)
They cut the tree down. ✅ (Correct)
Meaning 1 of 3
Definition
To reduce the amount of something. Often used with "on."
Example sentence
We need to cut down on our sugar intake.
Real video usage
Three clips showing this meaning in natural speech.
Common collocations
Natural word pairings to memorize.
cut down on sugar
cut down on smoking
cut down on expenses
cut down on screen time
cut down your spending
Separable usage
Can the object split the verb? Compare correct vs incorrect.
He cut down on his expenses. ✅ (Correct)
He cut his expenses down on. ❌ (Incorrect)