pinch pennies
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The most optimistic theory about Bezos’ ownership of the Post was that his fortune would insulate him from the need to pinch pennies in a tough business.
From Slate
“This is not the moment to pinch pennies,” said Mark K. Harder, an attorney who worked with a Michigan Powerball winner who claimed a $842 million prize.
From MarketWatch
Some are buying less and looking for ways to pinch pennies.
From Los Angeles Times
Another problem is that people will spend lots of money on airfare and hotels and then try to pinch pennies on activities like tours and restaurant meals.
From Seattle Times
Many shoppers are waiting until Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, and Cyber Monday, November 28, to pounce on potentially better deals as they pinch pennies, retail executives said on conference calls this week.
From Reuters
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