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in a limited or restrained manner; not excessively
He spent his money sparingly to save for a vacation.
He limited his spending to accumulate savings.
The doctor advised using painkillers sparingly to avoid dependency.
The doctor recommended taking painkillers in moderation.
Often used to describe careful or controlled use of resources, time, or actions.
Use 'sparingly' when emphasizing moderation or restraint in actions or resources.
From Middle English 'sparingly,' from 'sparen' (to spare) + '-ly' (adverbial suffix).
Commonly used to describe cautious or economical behavior, especially with resources or actions.