frugal

Example Sentences

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The result is a set of tools including real-time transcription—called Adalat AI—that is frugal in how much computer power it requires.

From The Wall Street Journal

It’s a good fit for a frugal moment, with farmer incomes this year projected to come in 24% below their 2022 peak.

From Barron's

Instead, he and his fiancée had to be “a little more frugal” when looking for homes in 2024.

From MarketWatch

Because in terms of spending alone, this window was by no means frugal.

From BBC

After spending more than £1.1bn since 2023, new regulations announced by the country's ministry of sport in July 2025 means clubs have switched to a more frugal and financially sustainable model.

From BBC