piecemeal

Example Sentences

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Beijing’s continued push for a stronger social safety net will eventually pay dividends, but the piecemeal annual improvements simply won’t move the needle on consumer spending in the short term.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 16, 2026

Officials said Rainey's home was the model for the scheme, with whole-house renovations aimed at lifting households clear of fuel poverty, rather than piecemeal upgrades to one aspect of a house seen in previous schemes.

From BBC • Feb. 5, 2026

“But it’s so piecemeal — on this podcast or in that interview,” he continues.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 27, 2026

Where better to go to find piecemeal work?

From Slate • Jan. 27, 2026

I built my computers piecemeal from parts picked up at swap meets and shady discount stores in the city.

From "Burning Blue" by Paul Griffin