wasteful

Example Sentences

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So far, the union has not provided a list of contracts that it considers wasteful or inappropriate.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026

An ideal scenario would involve less but better lending: significantly less wasteful credit to state-owned enterprises and government entities, partly offset by judicious lending to productive private firms.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

For Suetsugu, the findings highlight how cooperation in nature can arise from processes that initially appear wasteful or unsuccessful.

From Science Daily • Mar. 12, 2026

Combined with China’s anti-involution drive, there will be a focus on reducing wasteful and duplicative investment while improving synergies and building on China’s long-term strategic direction.

From Barron's • Mar. 6, 2026

Fortunately, the people of 12 have never been wasteful.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins