Definition of «economical»

Economical means using resources in a careful and efficient manner to minimize waste, or cost-effective. It refers to something that is not expensive or does not use much money, time, or materials while still achieving its intended purpose. In other words, it's about getting the most value for your investment without sacrificing quality.

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Buy generic brands instead of name brands to be more economical.
Use public transportation or carpooling to save on fuel and be more economical.
Switch off lights and unplug electronics when not in use to be more economical with electricity.
Plan meals and cook at home instead of eating out to be more economical with food expenses.
Take advantage of sales, discounts, and coupons to be more economical while shopping.
Repair and reuse items instead of buying new ones to be more economical and reduce waste.
Use a programmable thermostat to regulate heating and cooling and be more economical with energy.
Invest in a reusable water bottle instead of buying plastic bottles to be more economical and reduce plastic waste.
Avoid impulse buying and make a budget to be more economical and manage finances better.

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So having the ship to sleep on and have breakfast and dinner on made the destination more more economical than it would be otherwise. (familyadventureproject.org)
However, it is not the most economical for most families. (myorganicformula.com)
So many nut butters are so expensive, but this would be a much more economical way to do it! (happyhealthymotivated.com)
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Definition of «economical»

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