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    Everything cheaper: 17 crafty ways to be frugal

    For the Everything Cheaper special hour, TODAY asked viewers to tweet @TODAYshow your top tips to save money via the hashtag #MySavingsTip.

    Seventeen of the best ones are highlighted below, and find all of your responses here. 

    TODAY set out to find three of the thriftiest tactics from our viewers. The top three finalists show off their tips and tricks in saving money.

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    Sorry I missed the request for ideas. I would add that I save a lot if I make a grocery list before I go shopping and pretty much stick to it, except I always make a pass through the meat aisle to see what's on sale.

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