contractionary
/kənˈtrækʃəˌnɛri/
adjective
- Relating to or causing a reduction in economic activity, especially a decrease in the money supply or government spending.
- The central bank implemented contractionary policies to control inflation.
- During a recession, contractionary measures can slow down the economy even further.
- The government avoided contractionary spending cuts to protect jobs.
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