skimps; skimped; skimping
skimps; skimped; skimping
Learner's definition of SKIMP
[no object]
: to spend less time, money, etc., on something than is needed节省；克俭 —
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Don't skimp on sleep.不要缩短睡眠时间。
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The book doesn't skimp on details. [=the book provides plenty of details]这本书提供了大量细节。
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The roof is already leaking because the builder skimped on materials. [=the builder bought cheap materials]因为施工者偷工减料，屋顶已经开始漏水了。