skimp
Example Sentences
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“We tend not to see farmers skimp on seeds,” Andrews says.
From Barron's • May 1, 2026
Like many advisers, Mallon urges his older clients to prioritize their own needs — and live large — rather than skimp and save so that their heirs inherit more.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 13, 2026
Some providers offering free or low-cost services may skimp on encryption or log your activity.
From Salon • Nov. 30, 2025
If a company wants to attract and retain the talent it needs to thrive, it can’t skimp on compensation.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 7, 2025
“After spending all this money, why skimp on the doorframe?”
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
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