Ernie was going to suggest a new way to cut down on overheads to the boss, but Phil stole his thunder and told the boss first. 恩尼正打算向老板提出减少杂费支出的新办法,但斐尔抢先向老板建议了这个办法。
Finally-- they have hired a new person. I hope this cut down on our work a little. 终于他们雇用新人了。希望我们的工作能减少一些。
He has to cut down on the consumption of meat. 他不得不减少吃肉。