as in economical
careful in the management of money or resources
economizing drivers aren't so affected by every hike in the price of gasoline
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as in saving
to avoid unnecessary waste or expense
in tough times people learn how to economize
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as in economy
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Adjective
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Pete Fairbanks, Tampa Bay Rays – Perhaps the most economical buy among available pitchers is this terrific closer, a steal at $3.82 million (with an $8 million club option or $1 million buyout for next year).—
Dan Schlossberg,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025 -
Although the Hornets could benefit from having him around again, his economical contract expires next summer and can be also used in a trade.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
1 July 2025
Noun
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The tariffs could make everything from French cheese to German electronics more expensive in the U.S., while destabilizing economies from Portugal to Norway.—
Matt Ott,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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My take is that the global trade war will impact the U.S economy both by boosting prices and by increasing uncertainty.—
Nick Sargen,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Verb
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Addressing these inefficiencies through sustainable practices, energy-efficient technologies, energy audits and waste-to-energy solutions is crucial to reducing the global carbon footprint, conserving resources, and mitigating the adverse effects of climate change.—
Dianne Plummer,
Forbes,
30 Dec. 2024
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In 1980, voters overwhelmingly chose Reagan’s sunny optimism over Carter’s gloomy warnings about cutting back and conserving.—
Leonard Greene,
New York Daily News,
30 Dec. 2024
Noun
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We were terrified of his strict rules on frugality....—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 June 2025
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If Coastal Carolina goes on to win the national title, be impressed by the program’s success despite its frugality, but don’t be surprised.—
Lev Akabas,
Sportico.com,
21 June 2025
Noun
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The nonprofit operates Dapper Inc., a thrift store with clothing and household items.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 July 2025
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This isn't the first time a mystery item from a thrift store has baffled people online.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 July 2025
Noun
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Church’s power For thousands of years, the Sámi population lived by hunting, fishing and reindeer husbandry along the northern edges of Scandinavia.—
Thomas A. DuBois,
The Conversation,
27 June 2025
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Some sources detail the practice of thrush husbandry—raising them in bulk for food—so their meat could be enjoyed by elites throughout the year.—
Sonja Anderson,
Smithsonian Magazine,
13 June 2025
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These are serious savings on the RRP, and should put these within more Star Wars fans' reach.—
Chris McMullen,
Space.com,
11 July 2025
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Plus, score savings on the ultra-popular Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask and these Crest teeth whitening strips.—
Isabel Garcia,
People.com,
11 July 2025
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“Economizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/economizing. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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