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How to pronounce scrimp

“scrimp” pronunciation in American English

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“scrimp” in real sentences

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  1. And we did want to scrimp out.

    This Morning

  2. Americans who scrimp and save can retire with security and dignity.

    The Obama White House

  3. you know, scrimp together nickels and dimes and be worried about it.

    Late Night with Seth Meyers

  4. Well, I had to splurge in one area and then scrimp in another.

    Team Coco

Words that sound like “scrimp”

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