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as in economical
careful in the management of money or resources
a sparing couple who are trying to save up enough for a house
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as in careful
giving or sharing as little as possible
a government agency that has always been sparing of public information
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as in sparse
less plentiful than what is normal, necessary, or desirable
unfortunately, the explanation of the health insurance plan was somewhat sparing on details
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as in conserving
to use or give out in stingy amounts
I'll have a banana split—and don't spare the whipped cream
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as in saving
to avoid unnecessary waste or expense
she had grown up during the Great Depression, so she was no stranger to sparing
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Recent Examples of sparing
Longreads, 13 Dec. 2024
Mercy for violence, however, remained more sparing.
—New York Times, 17 Nov. 2021
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But the smile is now more sparing, at least on camera.
—Longreads, 13 Dec. 2024
Mercy for violence, however, remained more sparing.
—New York Times, 17 Nov. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sparing
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The lo-fi thing to me at first came out of economical necessity.Mike Postalakis, SPIN, 9 Dec. 2024
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President-elect Trump’s signaling could result in the availability of cheaper batteries and more economical battery-making technology.Hughey Newsome, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
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Behind, kids are hoisted — careful with that hot chocolate!Ron Grossman, Chicago Tribune, 15 Dec. 2024
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After that, Buckley seemed more careful about positioning, doing his best to keep the action in the open while not allowing Covington to close in and work from the clinch.Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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And, once again, the region’s harsh climate and sparse daylight requires design elements that can improve the quality of day-to-day life.Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024
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Technology IPOs have been sparse since late 2021, when inflation and rising interest rates pushed investors out of riskier assets.Jordan Novet, CNBC, 12 Dec. 2024
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The holidays offer a unique opportunity to engage children in hands-on activities like crafting decorations from recycled materials, choosing sustainable gifts, and conserving energy with eco-friendly lighting, which make sustainability relatable and actionable.Dianne Plummer, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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During the summer and early fall, when the Hudson Bay ice melts, polar bears often remain on land, fasting and conserving energy until the sea ice refreezes in winter.Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
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Internally, Martin’s network seems to be working to his advantage, said a DNC member with close knowledge of the candidates who was granted anonymity to speak freely about the process.Brittany Shepherd, ABC News, 12 Dec. 2024
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Run through the celebrant speech with a few close friends.Marisa Polansky and Kristine Keller, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024
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The area normally can expect 38.4 inches, according to the National Weather Service. Chicago was warmer than average during the 2023-24 season due to a La Niña climate system, which meant snow was scarce.Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 15 Dec. 2024
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International guests were also scarce that year due to a combination of continuing reservations about doing business with Saudi Arabia over its human rights record and a fresh Covid-19 wave, linked to the Omicron variant.Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 13 Dec. 2024
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The main challenge was to find a way to balance preserving what makes each hub special while providing the level of standardization required by B Corp.Christopher Marquis, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Last month, the country sent a clear message rejecting the radical policies of the past few years and choosing instead a path of common sense, constitutional order, and preserving our freedoms.Rich Lowry, National Review, 11 Dec. 2024
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Test the consistency on a spare cookie or scrap of parchment paper before using.Tricia Manzanero Stuedeman, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024
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These centers leverage inventory optimization strategies and the latest collaboration tools to ensure that they are stocked with the right spare parts and gifts, ready to be deployed at a moment's notice.Richard Howells, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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“Sparing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sparing. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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