Phrases Talking About Financial Matters

We need to tighten our belts.

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Meaning

We need to reduce spending.

Example sentences

John: 'Profits are down this quarter.'<br>

Alice: 'I agree, we need to tighten our belts and cut unnecessary expenses.'

John: 'Yes, we'll have to tighten our belts for a while.'

Alice: 'The company is facing financial difficulties.'<br>