pinch pennies
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Besides, being broke and having to pinch pennies in college is a rite of passage, right?
From MarketWatch ● Mar. 26, 2026
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 ● Feb. 5, 2026
Some are buying less and looking for ways to pinch pennies.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 9, 2025
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 ● Jul. 31, 2023
“Oh, my! You really are a woman now. Turn around. The Jongwes didn’t pinch pennies on that cloth. And those earrings! You look beautiful!”
From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer
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