tight-wad

Example Sentences

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"But I sure do hate to be called a tight-wad," he mused, "especially when I don't deserve it."

From Joe Strong, the Boy Fish or Marvelous Doings in a Big Tank by Barnum, Vance

He didn't want Elsie to think he was a tight-wad, or worse still suspect him of being broke.

From Wild Wings A Romance of Youth by Piper, Margaret Rebecca

"Was Clarence a tight-wad?" asked Sube with interest.

From Sube Cane by Partridge, Edward Bellamy

"Well, if my deal goes through we'll jolt the old tight-wad yet."

From The Postmaster by Lincoln, Joseph C.

Just between us, I think the owner will regret this tight-wad policy.”

From The Job An American Novel by Lewis, Sinclair