seldom

Example Sentences

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In the world of mystery, however, seldom are things as they appear.

From The Wall Street Journal

Sexual contact between men is a criminal offence in Namibia, though the law is seldom enforced.

From Reuters

The ranking determined whether someone was prioritized for one of the 6,125 beds of permanent supportive housing, transitional housing, and rapid-rehousing money, which are nearly always occupied and seldom become available.

From Seattle Times

In recent years, the Barbadian singer has seldom released new music, focusing instead on her highly successful clothing and beauty companies.

From BBC

Western officials had seldom let questions about water availability get in the way of population growth, but suddenly they seemed to have no other choice.

From Salon