body-conscious
Americanadjective
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aware of or preoccupied with one’s body or physical appearance.
Fasting has become increasingly popular among body-conscious people in the 18 to 34 age group.
Etymology
Origin of body-conscious
First recorded in 1985–90
Example Sentences
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Maxx and Target, have pointed to signs of increasingly budget-conscious customers.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
Nowadays, it spells major trouble for budget-conscious executives.
From Barron's • May 11, 2026
Bigger airlines, meanwhile, used their basic-economy fares to compete with the discount players and attract more budget-conscious fliers.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026
Things could get worse for budget-conscious travelers, too.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026
Surfshark may appeal more to budget-conscious users and households with multiple devices.
From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026
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