low-budget
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of low-budget
First recorded in 1955–60
Example Sentences
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Although Allen’s programming has been dismissed as low-budget, apolitical comedy, and his finances have been questioned by some, he remains undaunted by doubters.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
Until last week it was chicken nuggets, SUVs and low-budget holidays.
From BBC • May 3, 2026
For low-budget AI microdramas, Chinese regulations say platforms must be the primary checkpoint for potentially dodgy content.
From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026
The story is about a family that makes low-budget horror movies together, touching on the growing tensions their lack of success creates among them and the lengths they will go to for their latest project.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026
Whoever it was reminded Athans of a mummy in a low-budget horror film.
From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer
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