as in saving
careful management of material resources
after years of skimping and saving, he was finally able to afford the sports car he had always wanted
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as in careful
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as in sparing
to avoid unnecessary waste or expense
we must skimp and save if we are going to afford a vacation this summer
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Recent Examples of skimping
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
12 June 2026
Turtle-friendly bulbs could provide a solution without skimping on illumination.
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Aj Willingham,
AJC.com,
9 June 2026
But skimping on the self-tanner can actually result in blotches and stripes.
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Deanna Pai,
Glamour,
6 June 2026
Top 5 Can’t Miss With sumptuous suites and villas spread across a secluded beach, the boutique Bequia Beach Hotel captures the island's Caribbean cool without skimping on luxury amenities.
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Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Apr. 2026
Luna initially offered only a merchandise discount as a benefit, skimping on health insurance.
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David Ingram,
NBC news,
11 Apr. 2026
This sharp satire of the entertainment industry tackles serious issues like addiction and depression while never skimping on the jokes.
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Andrew Walsh,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Apr. 2026
On today's show, why chocolate makers might be skimping on chocolate and peanut butter, what else might explain these ingredients, and how Brad Reese has launched a skimp-shaming campaign to get Hershey's to go back to using classic Reese's ingredients.
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Greg Rosalsky,
NPR,
3 Apr. 2026
During his time as caterer and private chef to pro athletes in the NBA and NFL, Johnson leaned into health-forward, farm-to-table practices that support overall wellness without skimping on flavor.
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Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
Carnival has a budget-friendly reputation, often listing lower fares than its competitors, without skimping on variety.
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Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
12 June 2026
Turtle-friendly bulbs could provide a solution without skimping on illumination.
—
Aj Willingham,
AJC.com,
9 June 2026
But skimping on the self-tanner can actually result in blotches and stripes.
—
Deanna Pai,
Glamour,
6 June 2026
Top 5 Can’t Miss With sumptuous suites and villas spread across a secluded beach, the boutique Bequia Beach Hotel captures the island's Caribbean cool without skimping on luxury amenities.
—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Apr. 2026
Luna initially offered only a merchandise discount as a benefit, skimping on health insurance.
—
David Ingram,
NBC news,
11 Apr. 2026
This sharp satire of the entertainment industry tackles serious issues like addiction and depression while never skimping on the jokes.
—
Andrew Walsh,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Apr. 2026
On today's show, why chocolate makers might be skimping on chocolate and peanut butter, what else might explain these ingredients, and how Brad Reese has launched a skimp-shaming campaign to get Hershey's to go back to using classic Reese's ingredients.
—
Greg Rosalsky,
NPR,
3 Apr. 2026
During his time as caterer and private chef to pro athletes in the NBA and NFL, Johnson leaned into health-forward, farm-to-table practices that support overall wellness without skimping on flavor.
—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for skimping
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The remaining 30% is reserved for improving your financial future through saving, investing or paying down debt.
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Right now, subscribers can score savings on lightweight quilts, colorful area rugs, space-saving nightstands, and more.
Adjective
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China walked a careful diplomatic line during the conflict.
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All that plus nightly turndown service and 24-hour room service reflect the careful attention paid to guests at Moon Palace The Grand—Cancun.
Verb
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Specialists say proton therapy is a precise tool that shrinks tumors while limiting side effects by sparing healthy parts of the body from harmful radiation.
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The Buc-ee’s candy that has been credited with fueling the Bulldogs’ offensive onslaught has been distributed in sparing doses in Georgia’s dugout at the College World Series.
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The world’s second largest economy has also weathered the historic energy crunch triggered by the conflict better than many of its neighbors – in particular due to its copious strategic oil reserves and embrace of green tech and electric vehicles.
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South Florida Republican Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar is expressing skepticism over the Cuban government's announcement of sweeping economic reforms that would open key sectors of the island's economy to private and foreign investment.
Adjective
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Leona is frugal, in every dimension.
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His commitment to frugal innovation and human‑centric design has resulted in solutions that are minimalist, affordable, sustainable, portable, and rugged—often challenging conventional approaches to agricultural technology.
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Vineyards and winemaking utilize sustainable practices, including protecting the adjacent Napa River, naturally managing pests by installing bird and owl boxes among the vines, maintaining healthy soil, and conserving water.
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Patients may need to decide between breast-conserving surgery or mastectomy, consider reconstruction options, evaluate radiation recommendations, or determine whether endocrine therapy, chemotherapy or additional testing is appropriate.
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For a less crowded and more economical trip, try visiting in one of the liminal seasons, fall or spring.
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As inference costs become more visible and trust becomes harder to quantify, the piece suggests that in some situations humans supported by AI may prove more economical than replacing them entirely.
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In short, economizing on non-defense outlays simply has to bring mandatory spending under review.
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In short, economizing on non-defense outlays simply has to bring mandatory spending under review.
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“Skimping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skimping. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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