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I am working on cutting back on non-essential purchases this month.
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I am working on cutting back on non-essential purchases this month.
Study notes
How to use in different contexts
Giving Advice
You should try cutting back on non-essential purchases this month to save money.
Describing Habits
This month, I'm focusing on reducing my spending on unnecessary items.
Asking About Others
Are you working on cutting back on spending this month?
Sharing Hypotheticals
If I didn't cut back on non-essential purchases, I'd be in debt.
Rephrased versions
Formal
I am endeavoring to curtail non-essential expenditures this month.
Casual
I'm trying to spend less on stuff I don't need this month.
Simpler English
I'm buying less stuff I don't need this month.
Phrases to learn
cutting back on
Reducing the amount or frequency of something.
non-essential purchases
Things bought that are not necessary.