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The phrase "allowance will be cut" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing a reduction in financial support or benefits, typically in a formal or financial context.
Example: "Due to budget constraints, the allowance will be cut starting next month."
Alternatives: "allowance will be reduced" or "allowance will be decreased."
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From 2014-15, the lifetime allowance for tax-free pension saving will be cut from £1.5m to £1.25m, and the annual allowance will be cut from £50,000 a year to 40,000.
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