pennies

Example Sentences

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And, finally, you were — by your own account — aware that you would receive pennies on the dollar.

From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026

Jones Act waivers trim pennies, though permanent repeal may cause more fundamental changes, such as reduced rail and truck transport of all goods, which could lower costs, emissions and infrastructure damage associated with cargo transportation.

From Salon • May 13, 2026

Builders are pinching pennies to maintain profits in a stagnant housing market, choosing lower-end fixtures and synthetic over natural materials.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

After the initial investment is made, "it's going to be pennies per shot," the designer said.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

Mother and Grandma were always counting their pennies to keep us fed as it was.

From "March Forward, Girl" by Melba Pattillo Beals