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Discover LudwigThe phrase "are frugal" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe individuals or groups who are economical or careful with their resources, particularly money.
Example: "Many families are frugal, choosing to save rather than spend on unnecessary luxuries."
Alternatives: "are thrifty" or "are economical."
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are frugal
adjective
Avoiding unnecessary expenditure either of money or of anything else which is to be used or consumed; avoiding waste.
Exact(32)
People here are frugal.
Even the restaurants are frugal.
GPs who are frugal about prescribing antibiotic may need support to maintain patient satisfaction".
So they are frugal for fear of rainy days, not realising that the rain has already come.
Even with billions of dollars, family members and friends say the Liu brothers are frugal and modest.
Durability and economy matter when times are hard (and fuel prices are rising), since penny-pinching consumers look for cars that wear well and are frugal.
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"We're frugal.
She is frugal.
"They were frugal.
Chef Tony Says: Be frugal!
His father is frugal.
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