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few and far between

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/ˈfjuː ænd ˈfɑr bɪˈtwin/
1

happening infrequently

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  • In the winter months, warm sunny days are few and far between.
  • Family reunions were few and far between, as everyone lived in different parts of the world.
  • Their communication became few and far between after she moved abroad.
  • Successful product launches in this competitive industry are few and far between.
Synonyms:
seldomodduncommonscarceinfrequentrare
2

rare and very hard to find

  • In the desert, freshwater springs are few and far between, making them precious resources.
  • Opportunities for such prestigious awards are few and far between in an artist’s career.
  • Skilled artisans who still work with traditional methods are few and far between.
  • In this isolated region, restaurants that serve high-quality food are few and far between.
  • Job opportunities in the region were few and far between, making it tough for graduates to find work.
3

sparsely distributed over a large area, with significant gaps in between

  • In the vast desert, the oases are few and far between, forcing travelers to plan their routes carefully.
  • The small towns along the highway are few and far between, separated by long stretches of empty road.
  • In the barren landscape, trees were few and far between, leaving most of the area exposed to the sun.
  • Gas stations are few and far between in this remote region, so it's essential to refuel whenever possible.
  • Mountain huts are few and far between on this hiking trail, so hikers must carry enough supplies for the journey.
Synonyms:
infrequent