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(of a person) unwilling to spend money
- Sarah's penny-pinching ways have allowed her to save a substantial amount of money over the years.
- The company implemented penny-pinching measures to reduce unnecessary expenses and increase profitability.
- Jake's penny-pinching attitude meant he always opted for the cheapest option, regardless of quality or durability.
- The family's penny-pinching efforts included growing their own vegetables and using homemade cleaning products.
- Despite the financial challenges, Emma's penny-pinching mindset helped her make ends meet on a tight budget.