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stint

[stint] / stɪnt /
NOUN
period of responsibility
Synonyms
STRONGEST
assignment duty job spell stretch tour
STRONG
bit chore consignment participation quota share shift task term time turn work
Antonyms
STRONG
entertainment fun pastime
VERB
economize; hold back
Synonyms
STRONGEST
scrimp
STRONG
begrudge confine define grudge limit penny-pinch pinch restrain save scrape spare squirrel stash withhold
WEAK
be frugal be parsimonious be sparing be stingy cut corners go easy on make ends meet roll back save for rainy day skimp on sock away tighten belt
Antonyms
STRONG
free let go release squander waste
WEAK
spend

Example Sentences

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A recent training stint in Thailand sparked a renewed passion for the sport, but the 'Gypsy King' said he "missed this game".

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

This will be Cole’s third stint as a professional basketball player.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

Nevertheless, a superb start to get both Mercedes by Turn One and then control the pace for the first stint.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

Donovan, 44, played 15 seasons with the Galaxy and San José Earthquakes, arguably saving MLS by returning from an unsuccessful stint in Germany at a time when the league was in danger of going bankrupt.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

One of Alfred’s cousins and contemporaries, Henry Stimson, would distinguish himself in public service with one stint as secretary of state and two as secretary of war.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik