penny-wise
Example Sentences
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In fiscal terms, the budget cuts are penny-wise and galactically foolish.
From Los Angeles Times β Jun. 9, 2025
However, penny-wise, profit-driven developers want homes closer together on narrow streets that allow for more buildings.
From Seattle Times β Nov. 20, 2023
Ms Devlin added the move is a "penny-wise and pound-foolish approach to workforce".
From BBC β May 15, 2023
A year later, the Kemper Open moved to Avenel, a decision that turned out to be penny-wise and pound-foolish.
From Washington Post β May 7, 2022
A world-trade, even of modest dimensions, can only be carried on upon the basis of high technical accomplishment, but this height of accomplishment cannot be attained on the basis of any penny-wise economy.
From The New Society by Arthur Windham
