scrimp and save
[skrimp ənd seɪv]
verb phrase
economizar ao máximo; viver de forma muito frugal
1. To spend very little money and save as much as possible; to live frugally by cutting back on expenses
They had to scrimp and save for years to afford a down payment on their house.
Eles tiveram que economizar ao máximo por anos para conseguir dar uma entrada na casa.
2. To be extremely careful with money and avoid unnecessary spending
She scrimp and saved every penny to send her children to college.
Ela economizou cada centavo para poder mandar seus filhos para a faculdade.
NYC Slang
tighten your belt; nickel and dime yourself
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