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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Adjective
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Strip Shingles, also called three-tab, are the most basic and economical, but have the shortest lifespan (typically have a 20-30 year warranty).—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
25 June 2025 -
In May, scientists assessed sleep data from more than 200,000 people in China and also found that rising ambient temperatures would have a huge physical, mental and economical impact on residents as the planet continued to warm.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
16 June 2025
Noun
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Iran appears to be rushing to export oil as Israel’s military assault threatens a crucial sector of its economy.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
20 June 2025
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Trump believes that higher interest rates are holding back the American economy, and Powell's refusal to cut the rates has caused Trump no end of frustration.—
Amanda Castro
Peter Aitken,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 June 2025
Noun
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Channel your inner frugality with these cost-saving measures for your garden.—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 June 2025
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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
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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Buy Used Tools Look for used tools at garage, estate sales, or thrift stores.—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 June 2025
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Apparel is the largest secondhand category, with the market reaching more than 50 billion US dollars in 2022 alone, with consumers buying second-hand clothes from thrift stores and online.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 June 2025
Noun
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Some sources detail the practice of thrush husbandry—raising them in bulk for food—so their meat could be enjoyed by elites throughout the year.—
Sonja Anderson,
Smithsonian Magazine,
13 June 2025
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To really get acquainted with the model, enthusiast groups are the best place to start learning the ins and outs of Godzilla husbandry.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
6 June 2025
Noun
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Amazon Prime Day is the retailer’s massive shopping event that has big savings across virtually every department.—
Laura Lu,
Parents,
17 June 2025
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In addition to having extra savings, users also benefit from an enhanced shopping experience.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
17 June 2025
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“Economizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/economizing. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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