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sparing

adjective
/ˈspɛərɪŋ/

Meaning

Using or giving only a little of something; economical.

Example Sentences

She is sparing in her use of words.

Example Expressions

sparing with praise

Synonyms

frugal, economical, restrained, moderate

Antonyms

lavish, generous, wasteful

Collocations

sparing with words, sparing with praise, sparing use

Related Vocabularies

Serving as a farewell or parting; relating to a valediction.
continuing without becoming weaker or less strict; unyielding
sad and disappointed
causing shame; disgraceful; embarrassing
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having irregular patches of two colors, especially black and white

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