Both Uses of
economize
in
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
- Joe grumbled awhile; then he agreed with his friend that what daylight was left ought to be economized in getting things ready for leaving.†
Chpt 26 *
- She knew that Tom had a whole candle and three or four pieces in his pockets—yet he must economize.†
Chpt 31
Definition:
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(economize) avoid waste or save money