frugal

Example Sentences

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“People have this idea that they will spend less in retirement — that they’ll be more frugal — but that’s not always the case.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

A "frugal" woman has been hailed a money-saving genius after posting a month's worth of clothing for £2.59 to avoid a £30 luggage charge on a flight.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026

You do not have to be especially frugal to think, “What’s not to like about that?”

From Barron's • Dec. 31, 2025

But even frugal Germany signed on, despite its longstanding opposition to this funding model.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 19, 2025

He was picky and frugal and seemed not to care how the building looked as long as it was functional.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson