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scaling

[skey-ling]

noun

Dentistry.
  1. the removal of calculus and other deposits on the teeth by means of instruments.



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  • nonscaling adjective
  • unscaling adjective
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California Democrats are already facing a $12 billion deficit, and they have drawn political fire for scaling back some key health care policies, including full Medi-Cal coverage for immigrants without permanent legal status.

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I was continually scaling walls and dragging him, covered in engine grease, out from under a car in the morning after he slipped out the front door left ajar.

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"Operations will continue scaling, with plans to build additional sites across Gaza, including in the northern region, in the weeks ahead," it added.

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The Los Angeles City Council signed off on a $14-billion spending plan for 2025-26 on Thursday, scaling back Mayor Karen Bass’ public safety initiatives as they attempted to spare 1,000 city workers from layoffs.

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Does that make financial sense to do if needed or should I consider scaling back my contribution?

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