Definition of thriftlessnext

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wasteful
Adjective
  • The new rules aim to minimize the use of wasteful packaging as the economy transitions to become more circular.
    Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026
  • While many cyclists like to alternate between sipping water and energy gel, doing so can be an awkward, messy and wasteful process.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 31 Aug. 2026
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“Thriftless.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thriftless. Accessed 8 Sep. 2026.

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