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Word of the day : Trim

The word "trim" is very similar to "cut," but we use "trim" when cutting small amounts. You can also use this word when describing a person's body.

The sentences below show how to use this word as a verb and then as a noun:

- Mona trimmed her son's hair. She gave her son's hair a trim.

- John trimmed the grass. He gave his lawn a trim.

- We have to trim our budget. Our budget needs a trim.

The next group of sentences shows "trim" as a verb and then as an adjective:

- Helen wants to trim down her waistline. She wants to look trim.

- Ahmad trims body fat through diet and exercise. By constantly watching what he eats, he stays fit and trim.