Abstract and Cut back

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Abstract verb - To make into a short statement of the main points (as of a report).

Usage example: took the 135-page report and abstracted it in three short paragraphs

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Cut back and abstract are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Cut back" instead a verb "Abstract".

Cut back verb - To make less in extent or duration.

Usage example: cut back the meeting so everyone could leave early for the long weekend

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Abstract and cut back are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Abstract" instead a verb "Cut back".

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