To “waste not, want not” is a slang term that encourages people to use resources wisely and avoid unnecessary waste. It means that if we are mindful of how we use things and don’t waste them, we won’t face scarcity or wanting in the future.
This phrase emphasizes the importance of being frugal and not being wasteful with resources or possessions. It suggests that if we use things efficiently and don’t squander them, we will avoid lacking or desiring them later on.
Example 1: My grandmother always taught me to “waste not, want not,” so I make sure to turn off lights when leaving a room and avoid buying things I don’t really need.
Example 2: Instead of throwing away leftover food, I try to find creative ways to use it in new dishes, adhering to the principle of “waste not, want not.”
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