scarce

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And the vast majority of YouTube content is now beamed by radio—riding scarce spectrum to the viewer’s phone, computer or flat screen.

From The Wall Street Journal

Urban design today largely rests in the hands of state agencies because long-term foresight and expertise are crucial for properly using scarce land.

From BBC

“These are scarce, strategic resources,” said Thomas Karako, the director of the Missile Defense Project at the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington.

From The Wall Street Journal

The U.S. has also this week launched military actions in Ecuador, though details are scarce.

From Salon

The U.S. can choose to build more weapons with long-term contracts, bulk ordering scarce parts, and co-production with allies.

From The Wall Street Journal