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The agency expects that builders will continue to either cut back on or stabilize their land purchases for at least the next six months.

Cut back on your spending in any way you can, at least for now as you try to get out of debt.

But to cut back on government spending at a time of large-scale unemployment would ignore all the lessons learned from the Great Depression.

He did not tell her to cut back on the amount of adultery she was committing.

Cut back on your projects, on your task list, on how much you try to do each day.

People worried about jobs have cut back on their spending, which had also been a drag on the economy this year.

When you are trying to be frugal, a dating site might well be one of the things you cut back on if there are free sites on offer.

If you think you're in a recession you're going to cut back on spending and what happens then when we cut back on spending?

By saving fuel for generators, it has cut back on the number of convoys, meaning less opportunity for one of our vehicles to hit an IED.

However, this principle was too broad to be taken literally, and the Court soon began to cut back on the Morgan I decision.

If anything, I think we ought to cut back on spending, at least for the next few months.

Solution: I never thought I'd say this, but it may be a good idea to cut back on potatoes in any form (especially the fries, fellas).

If you agreed to spend less time golfing or to cut back on nagging, stick to it.

all reported at least some pain relief . all were able to cut back on , and in some cases even stop taking , narcotics.

This will make it more painful and real for you to withdraw your savings and help cut back on impulsive spending "emergencies. "

After the big job was finished, the builder cut back on the number of men working for him.

When it becomes more troublesome to get an abortion, teenagers seem to cut back on unprotected sex.

This has moved a number of investors to distance themselves from stocks, or at least to cut back on their exposure.

Much of that fall came as China cut back on iron imports and steel production as prices and global demand for steel dropped.

I'm trying to cut back on arcane magic, look, I got the patch.

S. in June. That beat expectations, but it shows how the American consumer is continuing to cut back on spending, shopping and dining out.

Cut back on caffeine and do not smoke. Be careful about using decongestants that contain pseudoephedrine or phenylephrine.

Trying to find a way to cut back on your spending, maybe you can save on all those vitamin supplements you've been buying.

Uh huh. . . but I'm going to have to cut back on my shopping from now on.

It has shuttered some of its grimy aluminum works on Beijing's orders to cut back on overcapacity.

As you cut back on the amount of caffeine you consume, you may find yourself feeling tired.

Since the red shirts' defeat, Thaksin has cut back on his media appearances and political activities.

Maybe you want to stay off TV for good, or at least cut back on it drastically.

Defense officials say they will have to cut back on training and equipment repair if there is not additional funding in the next few weeks.

As the young cut back on conventional media, their elders consume more of it.

But, users on dial-up are not the only reason to cut back on load and response times.

Even more ominously, Americans cut back on a wide variety of discretionary purchases, conserving their cash for necessary spending.

Retailers globally are struggling as consumers cut back on spending amid rising unemployment and fears of a deep recession.

Some employers, she said, have converted to paid internships but in the process have cut back on the number of posts they can offer.

High unemployment remains the biggest obstacle to a stronger recovery because people worried about their jobs have cut back on spending.

Willy Lin has cut back on free drumsticks in the canteen of his Jiangxi clothing factory as meat and vegetables grow dear.

God: These Suburbanites must be relieved in the summer when we cut back on the rain and turn up the heat.

Since grain products are going to become an expensive expenditure, you may need to cut back on your spending in other areas.

If I start feeling burned out, I can always cut back on the hours or take extra days off as needed.

Lately, I've been eating a lot of tofu in an attempt to cut back on my meat consumption.

With less than two months left to reach that goal, local governments are pulling out all the stops to cut back on the use of electric power.

After the couple realized that her job search might take time, they decided to cut back on their spending.

The recession has prompted businesses and advertisers, which account for the bulk of its income, to cut back on mailing.

"Over the next six months, far more firms expect to cut back on employment, which will likely make the recession deeper, " Simonson said.

Support for Medicaid would be turned into block grants to the states, which would presumably cut back on support.

His mom has cut back on her drinking, and she's found an apartment she can afford.

Cut back on grains for a little while and focus more on lean protein, veggies, fruits and good fats.

In recent days it has talked of oversupply in iron ore imports and declared its intention to cut back on overcapacity in the steel industry.

Stephen Schwarzman of the Blackstone Group probably has not cut back on his consumption of $40 stone-crab claws.

First, cut back on your actual hours, but increase the intensity of your focus, so those hours will be more productive.

The doctor told me to cut back on exercise until my back injury heals.

Salad sales were hit as the company cancelled unprofitable contracts and shoppers cut back on premium purchases such as pre-washed salads.

Some people may just need to cut back on their schedules and get to bed earlier.

As hedonists cut back on spas and beauty salons, P&G sells more beauty products to be applied at home.

But banks remain in the midst of a huge push to cut back on lending while still dealing with expensive funding costs.

The shut-down has been forced by belt-tightening across the sector as corporate and individual customers cut back on spending.

In the name of fiscal austerity, we cannot cut back on common-sense investments in people.

Do some brainstorming about your expenses and how you could possibly cut back on them.

In May, Starbucks said its second-quarter profit sank 28% as U. S. consumers cut back on visits in light of rising food and gas prices.

If banks or other investors lose faith in their ability to hedge risks, they will be tempted to cut back on risk or demand higher yields.

Clearly, people are going to have to cut back on things in the future if times continue to get hard.

They cut back on spending on leisure to try to pay for housing, energy and transport costs.

Yawning deficits will force governments worldwide to cut back on necessary expenditure, let alone unnecessary splurging.

To be sure, if the economy worsens and office tenants cut back on their space needs, all REITs will be hurt.

We have got to cut back on our expenses.

Instead, it was a surge in energy and grain prices in the second quarter of 2008, which caused turkey farmers to cut back on production.

Accordingly, lenders may cut back on credit, a move that could further weigh down the sputtering economy.

Traffic deaths typically decline during an economic downturn because many motorists cut back on discretionary travel.

Even Australia and Canada, which pioneered the "points system" to give preference to skilled workers, have cut back on work permits.

Economists expect households will continue to cut back on borrowing as long as incomes and employment don't show significant improvements.

And as declining incomes force families to cut back on these outlays, she says, "women will most likely pick up the slack. "

Three people say that they've cut back on groceries so significantly that they've actually lost weight.

Ordinary Japanese have cut back on inessential spending, in a mood of sacrificial restraint.

Tony beverages suffered as consumers cut back on boozing, but Smirnoff held its own with cheaper libations and premade cocktails.

The knock-on effects for communities are considerable as people cut back on spending, further contributing to economic slowdown.

After each blowup, the firms that survive temporarily shy away from risky venture capitals and cut back on leverage.

His observations chime with a trend in British classrooms to cut back on traditional teaching and to personalise learning.

Many warn that we will face widespread environmental disaster if we do not cut back on our use of these fuels.

Sweeping reforms to France's money-losing pension system is part of efforts around Europe to cut back on growing public debts.

Lower oil prices, sagging demand for energy and hard-to-get credit have caused many firms to cut back on renewables worldwide.

Nervy clients have cut back on trading, and banks are under regulatory pressure to reduce their proprietary-trading activities.

Chinese consumers cut back on dairy products, even though government inspectors found China Milk's products were untainted.

And you? - Uhm, I don't know. Probably try to cut back on my junk food. I don't know how well that's gonna work out, though.

General Mills has announced it will cut back on the amount of sugar in ten of its popular kids cereals.

Chinese shoppers complain food prices are rising so fast they have been forced to cut back on buying meat, eggs and fresh fruit.

Also, cut back on rich, fatty foods, dairy, and carbohydrates, including sugar, white flour, pasta, white rice, and alcohol.

at the moment I must cut back on my spending at the moment.

reports on a recent poll that shows even in the midst of this recession, women don't want to cut back on spending for cosmetics.

This, too, will change, as credit-starved households cut back on spending and those who have suffered large losses increase their savings.

Also, cut back on eating bacon, cheese, chocolate, ham, potatoes, tomatoes, and sausage, especially before bed.

Also, cut back on eating bacon, cheese, chocolate, ham, potatoes, tomatoes, and sausage, especially before bed.

If capital penalties are not targeted, it argues, banks may simply cut back on routine loans to free up capital for more exotic lending.

Most economists think that consumers and businesses continued to cut back on spending in the second quarter.

First, we need to cut back on activities that ruin their habitat, the shallow waters close to outcast.

In the down economy all of the Internet players, including Google, cut back on capital expenditures to preserve cash flow.

U. S. and European investors cut back on equities, while British and Japanese investors increased their exposure.

Many are likely to cut back on lending rather than try to raise more capital.

Record high gas prices have pinched consumers and forced many Americans to cut back on the amount of driving they do.

The drop in numbers was particularly sharp for profitable first-class travellers, as firms cut back on their travel budgets.

Troubled auto makers, contractors, appliance and equipment makers have cut back on their steel purchases.

In order to adjust to a $0 salary this year, Katz said he will cut back on expenses like travel and food.

And the lifeline provided by home-equity loans is increasingly constricted, as damaged banks cut back on pre-arranged credit lines.

This should keep energy levels on an even keel, making it easier to cut back on sugar.

Selfridge says he will order more men and weapons on the next starship, and cut back on the scientific package.

EvenAustraliaandCanada, which pioneered the "points system" to give preference to skilled workers, have cut back on work permits.

In the past, when American motorists cut back on driving, the price of oil would plummet; in 2008, not so much.

Every place turned her down, with some explaining they'd cut back on the number of interns they now hire.

The best way to reduce salt is to cut back on processed and restaurant foods, eat fresh produce, and reduce portion sizes.

Instead, tell them that the family needs to cut back on expenses and will be pickier about what you buy.

Fix: Gradually cut back on coffee, tea, chocolate, soft drinks, and any medications that contain caffeine.

British farmers have also cut back on sheep production since the 2001 hoof-and-mouth scare.

And banks, for the same reason, have cut back on guaranteeing retailers' payments to exporters.

Meanwhile, the Commerce Department reports Americans continue to cut back on purchases.

We are having to cut back on some of our traditional areas of work, with deep regret, but we are most definitely not bankrupt.

We also expect enterprise experimentation budgets to shrink, as businesses cut back on non-core IT projects.

"They had cut back on equipment, on staff. " When he asked about the cuts, he was told very pointedly: "safety doesn't make money. "

Americans hunkered down, forcing retailers to ring up fewer sales and factories to cut back on production.

They had hoped that new capital requirements would nudge the two biggest banks to cut back on risky activities.

Weak transaction volume as developers cut back on purchases suggests prices have further to fall.

In previous downturns, businesses have cut back on overseas assignments to reduce costs.

To avoid the tax, they predicted, many employers would cut back on dental and vision coverage.

Airlines and tour operators are struggling as businesses and individuals cut back on travel.

They have complacently cut back on the work done in universities and international institutions.

The price has dropped slightly lately on news that Chinese crushers have cut back on orders.

The longer the mistrust persists, the greater will be the economic fall-out as banks cut back on their lending.

Cut back on foods with hidden sugar like ketchup, white bread, canned fruit, and salad dressing.

People worried about their jobs have cut back on spending, which further slows the recovery.

Shoppers have cut back on toilet paper and cigarettes, once thought recession-proof.

"In times like these, people cut back on the frivolous, and there's a flight to quality. "

Some have cut back on graduate recruitment and others are having to redeploy resources.

The Chinese have repeatedly cut back on military cooperation after the U. S. has sold arms to Taipei.

US consumers, faced with another shock at the pump, will cut back on trips to the mall.

Indeed, we may shop more at supermarkets as we cut back on restaurant meals to save money.

Bars have been asked, gently at first and now rather crossly, to cut back on promotions that encourage binge-drinking.

It's so hard to cut back on work that I adore to see a guy who is a complete wild card in my life.

Cut back mentally with your general lifestyle expectations, and the specific things you should cut back on will be more evident.

Most papers have cut back on distribution to remote areas or putting copies in the hands of people only marginally interested.

At least we can cut back on foods like cold cuts, dressings and canned soups.

Over the past few months, many outlets have shuttered or cut back on their print operations.

The unions strongly opposed any plans to cut back (on) industrial production.

Sales of organic food have fallen in some markets, including Britain, as recession has led consumers to cut back on purchases.

Maybe you want to host the big meal this year, cut back on gifts, or change the usual routine.

But there is a catch: The women in the low-fat group cut back on fat, but not as much as they were supposed to.

Staff are also encouraged to take only what they can eat, to help cut back on waste by reducing leftover food.

At the very least, find ways to cut back on interactions with these people.

Cut back on commitments, put space between things, allow yourself to have a slower pace.

How: Cut back on sugar and calories by choosing plain yogurt and adding fruit, especially berries, and some granola .

Ivy League colleges threw open their doors to the bourgeois masses, and cut back on the Saint Grottlesex crowd.

Nutrition experts advise us, above all, to cut back on fats and to use salt and sugar in moderation.

Since then most have brushed up on risk management and cut back on their equity holdings.

According to the Pledge, the new Congress plans to axe any remaining stimulus and cut back on discretionary spending.

Employers have cut back on hiring and trimmed the hours of existing employees.

Americans have cut back on spending, and not just for things like travel and entertainment, or new cars.

As trees enter dormancy, they cut back on chlorophyll production.

In the past year, gas prices have risen more than 36%, causing Americans to cut back on travel and spend less in other areas. (Full story).

If consumers begin to cut back on their debt-fueled spending things could get worse.

Boel cut back on french fries and pizza and started walking, cycling and rowing.

Quit smoking, and cut back on alcohol and red meat, and get more exercise. Need proof?

If she wants to make ends meet, she needs to cut back on expenses.

There are difficult decisions to make but it is essential governments cut back on unnecessary spending.

The government is going to cut back on economic aid to client states.

Premium-denim makers cut back on styling and details, and cut prices in many cases to under $200.

They cut back on emails as well.

We shall have to cut back on our spending.

For comparison, women in the other group weren't told to cut back on their dietary fat.

He's cut back on unneeded spending. While hiring more police officers.

Bill: My doctor says I should cut back on sodium-rich foods to lower my blood pressure.

After the crash many of the rich cut back on unnecessary luxuries, particularly the showy sort.

They cut back on production during the power cuts.

Don't cut back on the activities that ensure the work is done correctly.

We're going to cut back on everybody, even the kids.

Still others say parents should be less ambitious for their children and have them cut back on their extra activities.

cut back on the ability of candidates to loan themselves money.

We do a lot of contracts with the Virginia Department of Transportation and they've cut back on their contracts, so we've had to cut back.

If you want a hamburger and you want to cut back on spending, you can always make the dinner at home.

When I hear this kind of stuff, it makes me want to cut back on commodity-related and emerging market stocks.

Say no to projects and meetings. Cut back on commitments.

Also, many poor families have been forced to cut back on education costs in order to feed themselves.

Won't skipping meals help me cut back on calories and lose weight?

Ever since that day, my grandpa has cut back on cigarettes.

We oppose any plans to cut back (on) the education budget.

If you want to avoid allergies, cut back on alcohol.

Cut back on saturated fat and gotten eight hours of sleep?

We oppose any plans to cut back (on) education budget.

One obvious way is to cut back on health care.

If you want to cut back on your home office's environmental footprint--here are some ways you can accomplish this.

you not only do away with plastic bags but you are also taking measures to cut back on office paper waste.

CUT BACK ON FREQUENCY: I would say to limit the visits.

Recently, Swedes voted to cut back on their burgeoning welfare system because of skyrocketing costs.

So, reluctantly, he cut back on the sauces and the onions.

QUEEN: Oh, I should've cut back on all those macaroons .

If we cannot sell more goods, we'll have to cut back on the production.

AY: The biggest thing people can do is cut back on the amount of energy they use. They can also work on using energy more efficiently.

What's the first aspect of daily life most athletes cut back on then they are pressed for time and feel the need to fit in a workout?

Second run to cut back on many wood sawing wood sticks, and, as to a stop.

First, while you may want to cut back on meetings, don't get rid of them altogether.

vi. The first is to cut back on treats and snacks. These are generally high in calories and may contribute to weight gain.

If we don't sell more goods, we'll have to cut back (on) production.

We can cut back on health expenditures and incur massive losses in lives and fundamental capacity for growth.

most say they will cut back on bonuses, pay raises and hiring.

Cut back on expenses and budget, etc.

Cut back on caffeine and alcohol.

Cut back on extra fat, such as butter or margarine on bread, sour cream on baked potatoes, and salad dressings.

I was taking lots of insulin, but Mom would cut back on my doses when I exercised a lot.

In your book, you offer a way to cut back on lies. What's the "AHA! " remedy?

Second you should look at the categories in your budget that you can cut back on.

At the second half of 2010, the state-owned banking system cut back on loans to developers, and tightened loans to buy second homes.

Restaurants showed a 1. 4% decline as consumers cut back on dining out.

Retailers have cut back on inventories in the last year to protect their profits against sluggish sales and avoid steep discounts.

Now we can all cut back on our dinners at restaurants, a new spring wardrobe and phone and cable costs.

Americans will need to start saving more, and many current retirees may need to cut back on spending.

We need to cut back on production this year.

We really need to cut back on our spending.

Gordon: Just cut back on your phone time in the future.

Teenagers, by contrast, cut back on traditional blogging by 50 percent from 2006 to 2009.

If we don't cut back on expenses, we're in danger of going bust.

remember to drink plenty of liquids (water is your best and only friend) and to cut back on sweets and sugary drinks. That's it.

But when they want other things, they'll have to learn to save for them, and cut back on other areas.

There are basically two ways to cut back on the government health care spending.

Can he cut back on work?

I need to cut back on fatty foods.

Cut back on sugar.

Raising grain (feed) prices last year forced farmers to cut back on their herds, thus lowering supply in face of continued demand.

What will you cut back on in your spending while you're on maternity leave?

Cut back on the fat.

Last year, it cut back on too many products as part of its campaign to de-clutter its stores.

Cut back on fat.

"Any way we can cut back on plastic is a good thing. "

For example, it wants firms to cut back on the amount of subordinated debt they issue.

Finally, they can cut back on spending.

The first way to create space for down time is to cut back on activities.

We should cut back on expenses.

We might need new clothes, or books, or a bike so we can cut back on using a car.

Pig farmers cut back on production after losing money during last year's glut.

Cut back on the amount of dessert. For example, instead of two scoops of ice cream, have one. Or share a dessert with a friend.

That's something to strive for. But even if we can't reach that point, most of us could cut back on the nagging.

Nearly half of U. S. residents will cut back on gift spending this year,

Activists Urge Hollywood to Cut Back on Smoking in Movies

Cut back on caffeine and sugar during work hours

cut back on eating foods heavy in salt , fat and sugar

cut back on sth. (reduce, decrease)

Proposal to cut back on salt

31. U. S. federal researchers cut back on ocean-going trips to study climate change. (AP)