cost-efficient

adjective

cost-ef·​fi·​cient ˈkȯst-i-ˈfi-shənt How to pronounce cost-efficient (audio)
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In environments where developing in-house solutions is limited by expenses or talent shortages, M&A can offer a cost-efficient alternative for enhancing technological capacity through the integration of existing technologies. Rusty Wiley, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025 That’s why smart families are switching to T-Mobile’s Family Freedom initiative: the most cost-efficient way to stay connected without sacrificing speed, perks, or peace of mind. Stephanie Tsai, HollywoodReporter, 21 May 2025 The company's vision is to create a flexible, cost-efficient and reliable logistics platform for space, supporting both commercial and institutional missions. Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 18 May 2025 The goal is to gather cost-efficient data that will aid NASA's Artemis program of crewed lunar exploration. Mike Wall, Space.com, 14 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for cost-efficient

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First Known Use

1913, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of cost-efficient was in 1913

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“Cost-efficient.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cost-efficient. Accessed 1 Jun. 2025.

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