as in saving
careful management of material resources
people on fixed incomes are used to practicing economy
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Recent Examples of economy
Development brings short-term financial gain: new housing increases property tax revenue and fuels the local economy through construction jobs and related services.
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John Emmanuel, Hartford Courant, 14 July 2025
But some experts say the tariffs could slow the U.S. economy and weaken the value of American exports in the short-term, including in Wisconsin.
—Cailey Gleeson, jsonline.com, 14 July 2025
The Big Beautiful Bill is supposed to revitalize our economy, but the president who asked for it is destroying that economy with his erratic, uninformed and ill-judged dictatorial outbursts.
—Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 13 July 2025
Because in the modern economy, the best companies don’t just stay relevant.
—Brent Gleeson, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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John Emmanuel, Hartford Courant, 14 July 2025
But some experts say the tariffs could slow the U.S. economy and weaken the value of American exports in the short-term, including in Wisconsin.
—Cailey Gleeson, jsonline.com, 14 July 2025
The Big Beautiful Bill is supposed to revitalize our economy, but the president who asked for it is destroying that economy with his erratic, uninformed and ill-judged dictatorial outbursts.
—Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 13 July 2025
Because in the modern economy, the best companies don’t just stay relevant.
—Brent Gleeson, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for economy
Noun
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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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Cuisinart's summer sale is in full swing, and the savings are good.—
Melissa Knific,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
11 July 2025
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
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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
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“Economy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/economy. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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