Downsizing

usgb/ˈdaʊnsaɪzɪŋ/
noun

The process of making a company or organization smaller by reducing the number of people working for it.

The company is considering downsizing its operations to cut costs.
Visual representation of "downsizing" - The process of making a company or organization smaller by reducing the number of people working for it.

Often appears as...

  • corporate downsizing
  • downsizing measures
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Negative Emotion

Often suggests job loss and discomfort, used in formal and business contexts.

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Employees feared downsizing after the merger news.
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Euphemistic Use

Sometimes a euphemism for firing people to soften the impact.

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The management spoke of downsizing, but we knew it meant layoffs.
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Business Strategy

Can imply a strategic move for efficiency, not just cutbacks.

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The downsizing was part of a long-term profitability plan.
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