Budget Cuts
/ˈbʌdʒɪt kʌts/
Definitions
- (n.) Reductions in government or organizational expenditure mandated by policy or law.
The legislature approved budget cuts to reduce the deficit.
Forms
- budget cut
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Commentary
Budget cuts often reflect legislative or executive decisions impacting public services and must comply with procedural rules to ensure lawful implementation.
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