pennies

Example Sentences

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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

If you're counting the pennies, the famous Grand Pier in Weston-super-Mare is a magnet.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Besides, being broke and having to pinch pennies in college is a rite of passage, right?

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

"Yet everybody just makes pennies on the pound."

From Barron's • Feb. 15, 2026

I wrinkle my nose at all the pennies and try to look elsewhere as the woman behind the counter watches Uhmma count.

From "A Step from Heaven" by An Na