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 economy
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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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for economizing
Adjective
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Beyond personal preference—which is no small consideration—there are also economical considerations involved in making the decision to invest the time and money to prepare a home for aging in place.—
Kristine Gill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 May 2025 -
Fast food has long been considered a more economical, if not more healthful, way to eat.—
Alain Sherter,
CBS News,
21 May 2025
Noun
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The theory pushing for reporting burdens as the primary explanation will have to explain why UK reporting and reporting in other advanced economies has also become onerously burdensome.—
Shivaram Rajgopal,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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Through this program, the city is already transforming aging Manhattan office buildings into brighter, more modern workspaces and attracting high-growth, international companies in the life sciences, green economy, and tech sectors to the city.—
Adolfo Carrión Jr,
New York Daily News,
8 June 2025
Noun
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If there’s another deficit, as seems likely, candidates who spent the past year preaching frugality will fare better than those pushing profligacy.—
John Seiler,
Oc Register,
31 May 2025
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As many early retirees know, a little frugality can shave years off the timeline.—
Joseph Drups,
Forbes.com,
29 May 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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Not only is the search for sustainable, long-lasting decor causing more consumers to look to their local thrift store, but there’s also the allure of adding timeless, worn, and unique pieces to the home.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 June 2025
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Becoming her own boss With the help of her father, Sullivan scoured local flea markets, antique malls and thrift stores for vintage charms and chains.—
Sophie Caldwell
Lauren Shamo,
CNBC,
28 May 2025
Noun
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Those most at risk of exposure are people directly involved with the daily care and husbandry of the birds.—
Karen Bartunek,
The Arizona Republic,
25 Nov. 2024
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This strenuous husbandry is also part of the double achievement of Jameson: not only to have said so much of brilliance and utility, but to have existed and endured, uncompromising and uncompromised.—
Mark Greif,
Harper's Magazine,
26 July 2024
Noun
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Talk about debt, savings, spending habits, and long-term goals.—
Andrew Rosen,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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Even though fuel prices have since come down, EVs still offer substantial long-term savings—especially for drivers who log a lot of miles.—
Melanie Marshall,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 June 2025
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“Economizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/economizing. Accessed 11 Jun. 2025.
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