as in to save
to avoid unnecessary waste or expense
in tough times people learn how to economize
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Recent Examples of economize
Loud budgeting often involves sticking to a spending plan while seeking ways to economize.
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Russ Wiles, The Arizona Republic, 12 Mar. 2024
Rich and democratic societies need to stop blindly pursuing technological advances that economize on precisely what is abundant around the world.
—Lant Pritchett, Foreign Affairs, 28 Feb. 2023
Or will a string of underperforming blockbusters eventually force Apple to economize?
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 5 Feb. 2024
The system charges during off-peak hours and uses what’s stored in the batteries at peak times, thereby economizing on electricity rates.
—Lew Sichelman, Miami Herald, 26 Feb. 2024
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Russ Wiles, The Arizona Republic, 12 Mar. 2024
Rich and democratic societies need to stop blindly pursuing technological advances that economize on precisely what is abundant around the world.
—Lant Pritchett, Foreign Affairs, 28 Feb. 2023
Or will a string of underperforming blockbusters eventually force Apple to economize?
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 5 Feb. 2024
The system charges during off-peak hours and uses what’s stored in the batteries at peak times, thereby economizing on electricity rates.
—Lew Sichelman, Miami Herald, 26 Feb. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for economize
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For Howard, there’s no doubt in his mind Andre saved his sister’s life.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN,
9 Feb. 2025
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Six Feet Films producer and co-writer Darwin Shaw explained that the idea of telling this story first came from a meeting with Lee’s brother David, who had gone to school with the veterinarian who saved Thandi’s life after she was left for dead by poachers.—
David Morgan,
Deadline,
8 Feb. 2025
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Homeowners should take precautions before a storm hits by setting thermostats to a reasonable level to conserve energy, insulating pipes to prevent freezing and ensuring all doors and windows are sealed properly.—
Kristan Hawkins,
Newsweek,
6 Feb. 2025
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The collaboration serves to increase hunting efficiency and conserves energy for both parties, which is a clear evolutionary advantage in such a competitive ecosystem.—
Jake Parks,
Discover Magazine,
3 Feb. 2025
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But making a great cup of pour-over coffee takes patience and precision, and not everyone has time to spare for a coffee ritual with either gadget.—
Emily Farris,
Bon Appétit,
6 Feb. 2025
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In 2024, the Rallye Monte Carlo went viral as the World Rally Championship posted videos of fans lining hairpin turns, and cars flying past with inches to spare.—
Raphael Orlove,
Robb Report,
6 Feb. 2025
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“Economize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/economize. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.
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