frugal

Example Sentences

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“People have this idea that they will spend less in retirement — that they’ll be more frugal — but that’s not always the case.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

The result is a set of tools including real-time transcription—called Adalat AI—that is frugal in how much computer power it requires.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026

Because in terms of spending alone, this window was by no means frugal.

From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026

My wife does not approve of these frugal lifestyle changes.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 24, 2025

They’re so frugal with things here, waste is practically a criminal activity.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins