time-saving
adjective
time-sav·ing
ˈtīm-ˌsā-viŋ 
: intended or serving to expedite something
time-saving kitchen appliances
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These legislative initiatives, combined with modular construction's inherent cost and time-saving advantages, create meaningful opportunities for affordable housing across the state.
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Ashley Sharp, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
Cornbread While cornbread mix is an acceptable time-saving choice, buying the pre-baked stuff from the bakery section is another story.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2026
Research has shown that spending money on time-saving services or objects is linked to greater life satisfaction rates.
—Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 7 Jan. 2026
Harvard research shows couples who pay for time-saving services — like house cleaning, takeout, and dog walking — report greater relationship satisfaction, especially during stressful periods.
—Tracee M. Herbaugh, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2026
Find out the most important tip for even coverage—plus some other time-saving tricks to speed up the priming process.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 29 Dec. 2025
These aren’t the only time-saving gadgets worth your attention.
—Alicia Geigel, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2025
The time-saving accessory is also a space-saver, with nesting and stackable parts for easy storage.
—Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 Nov. 2025
Here's how to perfect your Thanksgiving turkey with three easy methods and time-saving tips.
—Staff, FOXNews.com, 25 Nov. 2025
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Ashley Sharp, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
Cornbread While cornbread mix is an acceptable time-saving choice, buying the pre-baked stuff from the bakery section is another story.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2026
Research has shown that spending money on time-saving services or objects is linked to greater life satisfaction rates.
—Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 7 Jan. 2026
Harvard research shows couples who pay for time-saving services — like house cleaning, takeout, and dog walking — report greater relationship satisfaction, especially during stressful periods.
—Tracee M. Herbaugh, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2026
Find out the most important tip for even coverage—plus some other time-saving tricks to speed up the priming process.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 29 Dec. 2025
These aren’t the only time-saving gadgets worth your attention.
—Alicia Geigel, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2025
The time-saving accessory is also a space-saver, with nesting and stackable parts for easy storage.
—Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 Nov. 2025
Here's how to perfect your Thanksgiving turkey with three easy methods and time-saving tips.
—Staff, FOXNews.com, 25 Nov. 2025
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“Time-saving.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/time-saving. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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