as in sparing
to use or give out in stingy amounts
don't scant the peanut butter on those sandwiches!
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During Thursday’s opening round, Xander Schauffele’s tee shot on Hole 8 landed in a spectator’s shopping bag, sparing him from the pine straw and a difficult recovery.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026 -
Regeneron's offering is intended to combine weight loss while sparing muscle.—
Michael Khouw,
CNBC,
9 Apr. 2026
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Researchers are now conserving and studying the artifacts before going on display at the nearby Laténium Archaeology Park and Museum, Switzerland's largest archaeological museum.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
15 Apr. 2026
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Always be conserving Without access to Venezuelan oil, Americans would be paying higher prices at the pump, according to the Chevron exec.—
Megan Cerullo,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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The renovation remains closely aligned with the home’s original character, preserving its architectural integrity while layering in thoughtful updates.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
16 Apr. 2026
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The Ocracoke Foundation’s vision was to use the square project as a model for how rural communities can put historical assets to work while also preserving them.—
Mark Price,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Apr. 2026
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Harsha added that the CRA is concerned the agency will or has already begun front-loading its grant funding to catch up on spending, doling out the full amount of a grant instead of distributing it over the course of a number of years.—
Fiona Bork,
The Hill,
19 Apr. 2026
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Govan basked in the limelight nearby, shaking hands and doling out hugs and back pats.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Scanting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scanting. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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