as in careful
giving or sharing as little as possible
a stinting boss who doesn't give paid sick leave no matter how long you've worked for him
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as in withholding
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as in skimping
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stinting
Adjective
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Be careful when handling debris that may have blown into your yard.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
11 Jan. 2026 -
These soft and chewy treats are the result of dozens of careful recipe tests.—
Lizzy Briskin,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
Verb
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James said the administration has not provided evidence of fraud or misuse of child care funding in New York, while ignoring the standard processes for withholding such funds.—
Cayla Bamberger,
New York Daily News,
9 Jan. 2026
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In November 2025, a federal judge temporarily barred the government from withholding funding from the University of California.—
Noe Padilla,
USA Today,
8 Jan. 2026
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Those who are looking for generous portions without skimping on freshness, quality or variety, and those looking to do it in a neighborhood-style Japanese restaurant that isn’t taking itself too seriously, will find comfort here.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
24 Dec. 2025
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This is one chicken casserole that's not skimping on flavor.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
15 Dec. 2025
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The signature lumber is low-maintenance and resists staining, fading, and retaining moisture — even in coastal and harsh climates.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
9 Nov. 2025
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The contemporary hull is designed to maximize openness while retaining a close connection with water.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Freedom and rule of law were defended last night, but dictators will try to exploit this to rationalize their selfish objectives.—
Rachel Scott,
ABC News,
3 Jan. 2026
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Even though a lot of what happens in the book borders on the ridiculous because of the behavior of narcissistic selfish venal individuals.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
26 Dec. 2025
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Bure is keeping her faith — and her Christmas crown — shining bright.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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Martin legitimately pinned the Saints’ offense on almost every drive in the first half, keeping the game close, even with New Orleans leading at halftime.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Como had been neck-and-neck with Roma’s miserly backline before shipping four at Inter last Saturday, a chastening defeat that ended an unbeaten run stretching back to the end of August.—
Jack Bantock,
New York Times,
12 Dec. 2025
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In this version, miserly Madame Eleanor is visited by the ghost former business partner Jacob Marley as well as a few other apparitions.—
Christopher Smith,
Oc Register,
26 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The Indonesian government cited security and safety concerns for denying the visas, but an Israel Gymnastics Federation (IGF) spokesperson confirmed to Fox News Digital that the country's security team gave clearance to its athletes.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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The township's planning commission voted in late September to recommend denying rezoning for the project, which still must go before the county planning commission and township board.—
Keith Matheny,
Freep.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Stinting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stinting. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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