What does furloughing funds mean?

It means that u don't get any money because u r laid off.

Explanation:

A furlough is a temporary layoff, an involuntary leave, or another modification of normal working hours without pay for a specified duration. Businesses use furloughs for a variety of reasons, such as plant shutdowns, or when a broad reorganization makes it unclear which employees will be retained.

Furloughs are also used in the military for soldiers whose new assignments have not yet been determined.

Explanation:

id say it means hes fearful and/or cautious

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