skimp

This term carries a strong negative connotation of negligence or cheapness. It suggests a deliberate decision to reduce resources, which typically leads to a failure in quality or a compromise in safety. While similar to "save," it differs by implying that the reduction has crossed a threshold into insufficiency.

In practical usage, it is most frequently paired with the preposition "on" to specify the area of neglect. It is commonly used in contexts involving construction, cooking, or budgeting, where the lack of a necessary ingredient or material results in a flawed final product.