thrifted (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /θrɪft/
Definition
The quality of using money and other resources carefully and not wastefully.
Examples
Her grandmother taught her the importance of thrift and saving for the future.
Many families practiced thrift during the economic downturn, cutting unnecessary expenses.
The company's success was attributed to its consistent thrift in managing its budget.
How to Use thrifted
- practice thrift (collocation)
- To save money and use resources carefully. — "They decided to practice thrift by cooking at home more often."
- thrift shop/store (collocation)
- A store selling second-hand goods, often for charity. — "You can find unique items at the local thrift shop."
- thrift and saving (collocation)
- The combined habits of careful spending and putting money aside. — "His parents instilled in him the values of thrift and saving."
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