verb as in strong fondness

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penny-pinching, money-losing

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Example:The wealthy businessman had a reputation for penny-pinching, always seeking legal ways to pay less tax.

Definition:Wastefully thrifty or pinched in one’s spending; very frugal, economical in order to save money.

From penny-pinching

Example:His bad business decisions resulted in a money-losing venture, causing him to lose a substantial amount of money.

Definition:Incurring a loss financially.

From money-losing