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economize

[ih-kon-uh-mahyz] / ɪˈkɒn əˌmaɪz /


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Banks would economize on their reserve holdings and, in turn, depend less on reserves.

From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026

“Our strategy is to economize on the less important stuff but never save money on the stuff that really matters,” said Terekh, who used to run a company manufacturing furniture for Ukraine’s middle class.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 11, 2026

Even if some consumers are feeling skittish about Thanksgiving, experts are quick to point out there are always ways to economize for the holiday.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 14, 2025

Another way couples economize on weddings is to have that dream destination wedding, knowing that some people just won’t go.

From Slate • Apr. 29, 2024

Mother had spent a good bit of money buying us new outfits so that we would make a good impression in California, and she thought she ought to economize on train accommodations.

From "Cheaper by the Dozen" by Frank B. Gilbreth Jr. and Ernestine Gilbreth Carey




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