sparsely

Example Sentences

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In the sparsely populated Kuiper Belt, these distant bodies drift with relatively few collisions, allowing fragile structures to survive.

From Science Daily • Feb. 23, 2026

Unfortunately, industry executives say Superhuman is sparsely traded, with bids well below $15 a share.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

North Dakota is a sparsely populated state with hundreds of small communities where, seemingly, everyone knows everyone else.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 25, 2026

The worst fires have largely been confined to sparsely populated rural areas where towns might number a few hundred people.

From Barron's • Jan. 9, 2026

The Dugout was sparsely furnished—booth benches with backs on them along the walls, and support pilings scattered throughout the room that cut into the dancing space.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam