Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.

You must cut off your expenses if you want to save money.

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  1. cut out
  2. cut down on
  3. cut for
  4. cut up

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Option 2 : cut down on
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The correct answer is cut down on.

Key Points

  •  The meaning of the words cut down on is to reduce, or lessen.
  • The correct sentence will be 'You must cut down on your expenses if you want to save money.'
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