Instead of being triggered by the brake pedal, it only kicks in when you lift off the accelerator.

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What would it take for you to ease off the brake and allow the cuts to happen slightly more slowly?

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It has been a key brake on Japan's efforts to spur domestic demand as consumers tend to put off purchases in hope of getting a cheaper and better deal later on.

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