scrimp
verb (used without object)
to be sparing or frugal; economize (often followed byon ).
have scrimped
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present perfectof scrimp.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Often, they feel ashamed to admit defeat, especially to families that may have scrimped to raise money for their trip.
From New York Times ● Sep. 15, 2019
“They have scrimped on quality and safety standards, so this is our opportunity to step in.”
From BusinessWeek ● Jul. 19, 2012
Some of the old rascals have scrimped and saved enough to get battery radios and now keep up with current events and national issues with as much interest as you do.
From Time Magazine Archive
You've been perfectly wonderful to do it, only you must have scrimped yourself!
From The Story of Julia Page by Kathleen Thompson Norris
