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The Clue

Pinch pennies (5 letter answer)

The Answer

SKIMP

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Notes

The answer SKIMP is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 850 puzzles.

Related Clues

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Strive to stay within budget

Definition

SKIMP as a verb:

1. (skimp, scant) = work hastily or carelessly; deal with inadequately and superficially
2. (scant, skimp) = limit in quality or quantity
3. (scrimp, stint, skimp) = subsist on a meager allowance; "scratch and scrimp"
4. (stint, skimp, scant) = supply sparingly and with restricted quantities; "sting with the allowance"