as in economical
careful in the management of money or resources
economizing drivers aren't so affected by every hike in the price of gasoline
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as in saving
to avoid unnecessary waste or expense
in tough times people learn how to economize
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Recent Examples of economizing
Kathleen Turner, Forbes.com, 27 Aug. 2025
Noun
The system reduces emissions, noise, and vibration while economizing on fuel and maintenance costs.
—Kathleen Turner, Forbes.com, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for economizing
Adjective
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Clarify how equity-centric design enables the organization to collectively go the distance regardless of environment, economical and legislative shifts and obstacles.—
Heather V. MacArthur,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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The latter is much more economical than the full box, of course, yet includes virtually all of the copious music (if none of the trinkets), save for a couple of tracks that appear to be exclusive to vinyl.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Dan Gilroy Emmy-winning Andor writer Dan Gilroy penned an op-ed for Deadline in support of Kimmel while also saving some empathy for his Disney bosses.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
20 Sep. 2025
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Her longtime love for the odd kitchen tool wasn’t just about taste, but saving time, energy, and cleanup.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
20 Sep. 2025
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There’s already evidence that is happening, especially as the reaction to the tariffs has finally started to filter into the greater economy.—
Erik Sherman,
Forbes.com,
20 Sep. 2025
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In other words, simply the continuation of the current environment – a steady economy, flexibly supportive policy and tireless aggression among the builders of AI infrastructure – could be enough for a while.—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
20 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Sure, there are certain benefits to hanging your sweaters—conserving drawer and shelf space, easy access, and the ability to better assess your inventory, to name a few.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Sep. 2025
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By extending sensor reach while conserving power, technologies like Wi-Fi HaLow can help broaden access to real-time environmental data, especially in areas where traditional networks fall short.—
Michael De Nil,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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The company cites a rise in frugality triggered by an uncertain economy, and the return to restoring vintage furniture and decor.—
R. Daniel Foster,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Ken’yaku, a commitment to frugality, is detectable in a corporate culture that frowns on perks or frills.—
Lauren Collins,
New Yorker,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The researchers tested their two-part drug on mice and zebrafish engineered to produce β-glucuronidase, and found that the drug was activated almost exclusively in tumors, sparing healthy tissue and organs.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
16 Sep. 2025
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Lawmakers will be on their annual autumn recess, sparing the government an awkward decision.—
Jill Lawless,
Twin Cities,
16 Sep. 2025
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Savers Savers began 71 years ago as a humble thrift store in an old movie theater in San Francisco’s Mission District.—
Jeffrey Miller,
Oc Register,
19 Sep. 2025
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Use a thrift-store tie or a black ribbon to DIY a tail.—
Ella Cerón,
Parents,
16 Sep. 2025
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The freezing rain then traps lichen under a thick layer of ice where hungry reindeer can’t reach the food, according to Anna Skarin, a reindeer husbandry expert and Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences professor.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
7 Sep. 2025
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Jessica Brasher, director of husbandry at the Ocean Institute in Dana Point, said adult moon jellies often collect in harbors in large numbers due to their unique life cycle and their planktonic lifestyle.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
20 Aug. 2025
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“Economizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/economizing. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.
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