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Cheapism / Rachel Schneider Dollar General Markets Are an Actual Thing. Here’s What You Need To Know
Imagine my surprise when I was driving down the road in the tiny Michigan village I live in (population: 986), and I noticed a sign for a new business coming to town called DG Market. Surely it had no affiliation…
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Wilder Shaw / Cheapism I Tried 8 Store-Bought Ice Cream Drumsticks — This Is the Only One You’ll Ever Need
It’s not always worth heading over to an ice cream shop if you’re in need of a frozen treat, and stocking them in your freezer is always the height of convenience. But if you’re strolling the grocery store frozen section,…
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Cheapism / DALL-E 3 Reel Talk: 12 Mistakes You’re Probably Making When Cooking Fish
Tired of eating dry and tasteless chicken? We are, too. But what if we told you that fish is the way to go? Before you shake your head in disagreement, fish — when cooked properly — can taste equally as…
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Cheapism/Alex Potemkin/istockphoto/miniseries/istockphoto Here’s How Much Americans Spend Each Year on Cosmetic Procedures
Take one look at Instagram — is anybody au naturel anymore? Americans can’t seem to get enough of botox, fillers, lasers, and more. Cosmetic procedures are rising every year, with 24 percent of Americans admitting that they have had something…
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Cheapism/Kobus Louw/DirkRietschel/istockphoto 7 Things Boomers Love That Probably Won’t Be Around for Much Longer
Change is a constant in this life. We’ve seen numerous traditions and trends take the world by storm, only to fade into the abyss as younger generations engage with the world in their own way. When it comes to the…
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Cheapism / 226 594 813 C (CC BY-SA)/champpixs/istockphoto Mountain Dew, Orange Crush, and 9 Other Sodas You Should Avoid at All Costs
With their fizzy mouthfeel and refreshing taste, sodas can be extremely satisfying (and seemingly thirst-quenching). But the reality is that most of these beverages are laden with sugar and caffeine, and provide little nutritional value or hydration. While most sodas…
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Cheapism/Photography By Tonelson/istockphoto/Weijia L./Yelp/LauriPatterson/istockphoto Overrated Regional Foods From Across America
“You’re traveling to [city]? You’ve GOT to try the [overrated regional dish]!” No matter where in America you go, there’s likely a famous dish that people will tell you must…
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Cheapism / Daria Kulkova/Moyo Studio/dblight/istockphoto 9 Things You Should Absolutely Never Put in the Washing Machine
Laundry is one of those annoying chores fraught with loads of confusing and seemingly contradictory rules that threaten to shrink, fade, and utterly destroy your clothes if you don’t follow…
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Cheapism / Liudmila Chernetska/istockphoto / Photography By Tonelson/istockphoto Well-Done or Rare? 10 Food Opinions That Divide America
There are a lot of things that define the age of the internet, but debating food preferences is one of the most prevalent. Of course, we’ve had these preferences for…
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Lacey Muszynski / Cheapism Once You Pop, You Can’t Stop: 19 Pringles Flavors, Ranked
Believe it or not, Pringles have been around since 1968. The saddle-shaped crisps, iconic can, and cookie-cutter-like manufacturing process were all created to combat the problem of broken potato chips…
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Cheapism / Amazon / IMDb We Can’t Unsee These 12 Terrible Performances by Great Actors
Great actors can miss. They can miss hard. And when they do, the world doesn’t forget. Curious about what kinds of swings and misses the likes of Judi Dench and…
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Cheapism/George R./Yelp/Mojo Market/Yolanda S./Yelp Food Courts Around the World That Put Ours to Shame
Americans think they’ve cornered the market when it comes to fast food, and especially food courts in malls, airports, markets, and other locations. But other countries put America to shame…
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Cheapism / LauriPatterson/istockphoto 6 Things You Should Never Cook in Cast-Iron Skillet
Cooking with cast iron is a go-to for many, a right of passage for some, and intimidating for plenty of people, too. From the proper ways to season and clean…
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Cheapism / DALL-E 3 Cruise Employees Share What It’s ACTUALLY Like To Work on a Cruise Ship
Boasting relaxation, adventure, and all-inclusive amenities, it’s no wonder that cruises rank among the most sought-after vacation choices. But while they attract millions of travelers each year, the realities for…
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Cheapism / Chen Z./Yelp / Jacqueline T./Yelp Where To Find the Best Patty Melts Across America
Everyone loves burgers, but somehow the humble patty melt is too often overlooked. Think of it like a grilled cheese sandwich with a burger patty, some grilled onions, and rye…
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Cheapism/Aquatic/Aunt Sadie’s/Davids 10 Bathroom Products Made in America That Are Totally Worth It
A towel is just a towel, and who cares where your toothpaste is from, right? Not necessarily. There are valid reasons to shop products that are made in the USA.…
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Cheapism / DALL-E 3 Easy and Out-of-the-Ordinary Sandwiches to Pack for Your Next Road Trip
When you’re on a long road trip, sometimes the last thing you want to eat is another greasy burger from a fast-food chain. Keeping a supply of delicious, homemade sandwiches…
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Cheapism / Photosiber, aluxum/istockphoto 12 Easy Storage Tips to Keep Your Produce Fresh Longer
Frugal and health-conscious consumers know the disappointment of reaching into the fridge to pull out fresh produce, only to find that it’s already gone bad. The discovery can be particularly…
