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省吃俭用 (shěng chī jiǎn yòng)

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English Meaning (英文释义)

To live frugally, economizing on food and expenses.

Definition (中文解释)

形容生活简朴,吃用节俭。

Derivation (典故出处)

清·吴敬梓《儒林外史》第四十七回虞华轩在家,省吃俭用,积起几两银子。”

Example (造句示例)

By saving up and living frugally, she was able to afford her dream vacation.