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Is there a word (or words) for a person who uses all resources to the maximum; for example, a person who keeps on using pencils even if they are very small?

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Frugal

characterized by or reflecting economy in the use of resources ~ Dictionary.com

By being frugal, he's able to make his box of pencils last a very long time.


Economical

avoiding waste or extravagance; thrifty: ~ Dictionary.com

He is economical by nature. He can make a box of pencils last a year.

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