within budget

phrase

: not spending more money than had been planned for
We're still within budget.

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Actors and crew describe standard 18 to 20-hour working days as productions rushed to stay within budget while shooting what are essentially feature-length movies in the space of roughly a week. Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026 Finding somewhere well within budget, in the ideal location, in keeping with your vision, with plenty of accommodation options nearby, and that just feels right is no mean feat. Olivia Morelli, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Aug. 2026 The team said the construction firm will be responsible for ensuring the project remains on schedule, within budget and aligned with the owner’s goals. Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 21 July 2026 Which hotel is close enough to the destination but still within budget? Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for within budget

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“Within budget.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/within%20budget. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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