economizing 1 of 3

adjective

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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economizing

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noun

as in economy

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economizing

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verb

present participle of economize
as in saving
to avoid unnecessary waste or expense in tough times people learn how to economize

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Recent Examples of economizing
Noun
Inflation continues to pressure consumers The holiday economizing comes as Americans continue to battle inflation, which rose after the COVID-19 pandemic to levels not seen since the 1980s. — Alexander Coolidge, Cincinnati Enquirer, 11 Nov. 2025
Verb
In short, economizing on non-defense outlays simply has to bring mandatory spending under review. — Editorial, Boston Herald, 17 Apr. 2026 In that light, Brodin’s track record of economizing on costs and resources at Ikea may be the real game changer if he is appointed. — Peter Vanham, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2025 The system reduces emissions, noise, and vibration while economizing on fuel and maintenance costs. — Kathleen Turner, Forbes.com, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for economizing
  1. economical
  2. economy
  3. saving
  4. frugality
  5. conserving
  6. thrift
  7. sparing
  8. scrimping
Adjective
  • Best laser printers This economical Wi-Fi printer is a small and lightweight workhorse that can print up to 36 pages per minute.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 28 July 2026
  • The effort is well worth it, as time spent in economical travel can refresh you and your family.
    — Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 26 July 2026
Definition of economical
Noun
  • Like the Strait of Hormuz, Bab al-Mandeb is an exceedingly narrow waterway through which a significant chunk of the global economy transits.
    — David Goldman, CNN Money, 22 July 2026
  • The healthiest version of the creator economy shouldn’t leave people in endless one-way communication.
    — Belonging Forum, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
Definition of economy
Verb
  • Similar models exist in other countries and are seen as important to accelerating breakthroughs and administering life-saving treatments especially for rare diseases, where there is little commercial incentive for research.
    — Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 31 July 2026
  • Garcia credited the first responding officer with saving their lives.
    — Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 July 2026
Definition of saving
Noun
  • His frugality has been well-documented, and his refusal to treat Blazers operations like an NBA team rather than an NHL one is concerning.
    — Zach Harper, New York Times, 17 July 2026
  • Warren Buffett, whose fortune tops $150 billion, has long embraced frugality.
    — Preston Fore, Fortune, 7 July 2026
Definition of frugality
Verb
  • Most undergo breast-conserving surgeries known as a lumpectomy, while fewer than 30% undergo mastectomies.
    — Martha Ross, Mercury News, 30 July 2026
  • The incidents highlight ongoing challenges in protecting California's marine resources and reinforce CDFW's commitment to conserving the state's wildlife and fisheries for future generations.
    — Denis Akbari, USA Today, 29 July 2026
Definition of conserving
Noun
  • The church also plans to add a thrift store next door to the cafe, according to Naraja.
    — Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 28 July 2026
  • Items with strong odors, pet hair, or hygiene concerns are often rejected by thrift stores.
    — Abby Monteil, The Spruce, 28 July 2026
Definition of thrift
Verb
  • Cogan also said Zamabda deserved credit for sparing the government the difficulty and cost of going to trial.
    — Senior Editor, Los Angeles Times, 20 July 2026
  • His wife also claimed that Venezuelan authorities confiscated family property and repeatedly called demanding money in exchange for sparing his life.
    — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026
Definition of sparing
Noun
  • Analysts say the billowing scent of hot dogs that emanates daily from the warehouse food court is a constant reminder of Costco’s commitment to delivering value at a time when American shoppers are fed up with nosebleed prices and constant scrimping.
    — Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 19 Nov. 2025
Definition of scrimping

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