under budget
idiom
: involving less money than had been planned for
The project was completed on schedule and under budget.
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Those priorities will be shaped by two bills under budget reconciliation rules that prevent a Senate filibuster.
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Al Weaver, The Hill, 23 Dec. 2024
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Kids are arguably the most fun to shop for, but staying under budget can be a challenge.
—Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 28 Nov. 2024
The total expenses reveal that more than double the amount was spent on the late Queen's funeral arrangements versus her son's coronation — which slid in $3.77 million under budget, the outlet reports.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 21 Nov. 2024
Ensure the items are under budget to reinforce this understanding.
—Amy Slenker-Smith, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
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Al Weaver, The Hill, 23 Dec. 2024
Best Black Friday Deals on Gifts for Kids and Teens
Kids are arguably the most fun to shop for, but staying under budget can be a challenge.
—Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 28 Nov. 2024
The total expenses reveal that more than double the amount was spent on the late Queen's funeral arrangements versus her son's coronation — which slid in $3.77 million under budget, the outlet reports.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 21 Nov. 2024
Ensure the items are under budget to reinforce this understanding.
—Amy Slenker-Smith, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
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“Under budget.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/under%20budget. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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