as in saves
to avoid unnecessary waste or expense
in tough times people learn how to economize
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Early results suggest such support saves on health care spending.—
Kff Health News,
Oc Register,
14 Jan. 2026 -
That modular approach saves time, lowers costs and keeps robots in service longer.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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Adding a 2- to 4-inch layer of mulch around fruit tree bases insulates the soil, conserves moisture, and reduces weeds.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Jan. 2026
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Vasopressin also conserves water by reducing urine output.—
Ayesha Gulzar,
Verywell Health,
17 Nov. 2025
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The film spares nothing in showing the cruelty he and others, including Lupita Nyong'o's Patsey, endured.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
30 Dec. 2025
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The new hospital opening at 1000 Fivepoint spares patients in this region a commute to Duarte, the site of City of Hope’s founding campus.—
Victoria Le,
Oc Register,
1 Dec. 2025
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“Economizes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/economizes. Accessed 22 Jan. 2026.
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