scarce
形容词比较级
scarcer
形容词最高级
scarcest
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稀缺的, 不足的
existing in smaller amounts than what is needed
- Food supplies grew scarce during the winter months, leading to rationing in some areas.
冬季期间，食物供应变得稀缺，导致一些地区实行配给制。
- Jobs were scarce in the rural town, forcing many residents to commute to nearby cities for work.
那个乡村小镇的工作稀缺，迫使许多居民通勤到附近的城市工作。
- The rare book was scarce and highly sought after by collectors around the world.
这本珍本书稀缺，深受世界各地收藏家的追捧。
- Opportunities for advancement were scarce in the company, leading to employee dissatisfaction.
公司里的晋升机会稀少，导致员工不满。
- Water became scarce during the drought, prompting conservation efforts throughout the region.
干旱期间，水变得稀缺，促使整个地区进行保护努力。
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稀有的, 罕见的
present in very limited amounts or number and not commonly found or encountered
- The gemstone was so scarce that only a few pieces were ever found.
这种宝石非常稀少，只发现了几块。
- The endangered bird species is becoming increasingly scarce due to habitat loss.
由于栖息地的丧失，濒危鸟类物种变得越来越稀少。
- This butterfly species is so scarce that it is seldom seen by even the most dedicated entomologists.
这种蝴蝶物种非常稀少，即使是最专注的昆虫学家也很少见到。
- Skilled craftsmen who can repair antique furniture are becoming increasingly scarce.
能够修复古董家具的熟练工匠正变得越来越稀少。