"Skimps" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
To be stingy or frugal to the point of being unwilling to spend money or resources.
Example: "She was too willing to skimp on her safety, which nearly led to an accident."
To skim is to glance over or quickly scan something, such as a reading or a surface, in order to get a general idea or impression, without reading or examining it in detail.
To be stingy, reluctant to spend money, or avoid being generous. For example, "The company tried to skimp on the expense account to save costs." or "She felt guilty for skimping on a gift for her friend's birthday."
Meaning: less expensive or less extensive or elaborate than usual, especially because one is trying to save money or effort.<br><br>Example: "The hotel room was a bit skimpier than what we were used to, but it was still comfortable."
The word "skimpiest" is the superlative form of the adjective "skimpy". It means:<br><br>Extremely thin or slight, not enough to meet a standard or requirement.<br><br>Example: The skimpiest fare for a bus ride in the city is only $2.
Imprudently; rashly or recklessly, often in a trivial or unwise manner.<br><br>Example: "She got the job done, but sometimes she tended to do so skimpily, leaving essential details unattended."
The state or quality of being scanty or limited in amount or extent: <br><br>Example: "The charity shop had a skimpieness to its collection of second-hand toys."
To skimp is to make something cheap or of poor quality, often by cutting corners or using inferior materials or methods. It can also mean to spend or use less time, effort, or resources than necessary or expected.<br><br>Example: "He was accused of skimping on the equipment to save costs."<br><br>Synonyms: scrimp, stint, economize. Antonyms: indulge, overindulge, extravagance.
To read or look at something briefly or cursorily.<br><br>Example: She skims through the newspaper while having breakfast.
Superficial; only affecting the outer surface or appearance. Limited and not extending deeply.
The term "skincare" refers to the various practices and products used to care for and maintain the health and appearance of the skin. It encompasses a wide range of activities including cleansing, moisturizing, protecting, and repairing the skin through the use of different treatments, serums, creams, and other topical products.<br><br>Skincare routines often involve a combination of physical and chemical methods to address specific skin concerns such as acne, aging, hyperpigmentation, dryness, or sensitivity. The ultimate goal of skincare is to provide a healthy and radiant complexion.<br><br>Skincare routines can be tailored to individual skin types, including normal, combination, oily, dry, sensitive, or mature skin. Regular skincare practices and the use of suitable products can help to address specific skin issues, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, even out skin tone, and improve skin texture and firmness.
Skinch is a colloquial or informal term that typically refers to a very thin person, often in a derogatory or somewhat affectionate way. The word is most commonly used in informal settings and is an example of a slang or colloquial expression.<br><br>Example: "You're so skinch, you're like a skeleton!" (not a polite or formal comment)<br><br>In the context of everyday conversation, the word "skinch" is not commonly used in formal writing or professional settings, and is mostly limited to online communities, casual conversations, and dialogue in movies and TV shows.
Skindiving is another term for scuba diving, which is a form of underwater diving that involves breathing through a scuba tank regulated to supply air from the surface.