noun

downsizing

noun

The act of reducing the size of a company's workforce, often to cut costs.

"The downsizing led to hundreds of layoffs."

The act of moving to a smaller home or reducing possessions.

"After the kids moved out, they started downsizing."

How to Use Downsizing

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In plain EnglishMaking something smaller — usually a company's staff, or a household's size and belongings.

Common pairings

company downsizing downsizing to a smaller house

downsizings plural

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The _____ led to hundreds of layoffs.

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