Answer:

stinted

AnswerCrossword Clue
STINTEDScrimped
STINTEDWas tightfisted
STINTEDWas frugal
STINTEDActed like a cheapskate
STINTEDScanty.
STINTEDWas frugal.
STINTEDGave sparingly.
STINTEDRestricted.
STINTEDLimited.
STINTEDKept on short allowance.
STINTEDBecame miserly
STINTEDLimited
STINTEDPinched pennies
STINTEDCut corners
STINTEDWasn't liberal
STINTEDAdhered to a strict budget