Synonyms for

Expending

Verb / ˌeˈkspendɪŋ / Another word for expending — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Expending means spending or using up resources, such as money, time, or energy.

Synonyms & similar words

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Example sentences

  1. I am expending all my energy to finish this race.
  2. We are expending a lot of time on this project.
  3. The company is expending a lot of money on advertising.
  4. She is expending a lot of effort to improve her grades.
  5. He is expending all his resources to start his own business.

Quotes

  • Time is a created thing. To say 'I don't have time,' is like saying, 'I don't want to.' - Lao Tzu
  • Time is what we want most, but what we use worst. - William Penn
  • Money is a terrible master but an excellent servant. - P.T. Barnum

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