SKIMP (ON) Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

skimp (on)

verb

Definition of skimp (on)

as in to stint (on)

to use or give out in stingy amounts I'd like a baked potato, and don't skimp on the sour cream

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In a farewell message before the verdict, Peña expressed hope his departure would spare Paraguay further harm.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 7 Nov. 2026
Tech stocks bore the brunt, but almost no equities were spared as fears of an AI slowdown gripped investors and sent them rushing to safety.

— Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2026

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