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The ongoing costs associated with maintaining multiple subscriptions have led many to reconsider their media consumption habits. The idea of "cutting back" on subscriptions highlights a consumer sentiment that questions the value received in exchange for the money spent. It's no longer a straightforward choice between legality and illegality; consumers are forced to weigh the actual utility of streaming services against their costs.
This adversarial relationship has manifested in a growing willingness among consumers to resort to piracy, particularly when accessibility and convenience come into play. If a user encounters hurdles like excessive advertising, fragmented content, or rising costs, the temptation to revert to piracy heightens significantly.