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sparingly

[spair-ing-lee] / ˈspɛər ɪŋ li /






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Considering where USC stands nearing the end of his fourth season, he prefers the portal only be used sparingly from hereon.

From Los Angeles Times

Devices such as quantum sensors and navigation systems, which rely on precise timing, will need internal clocks that use energy sparingly.

From Science Daily

Presidents were usually faulted for using the power too sparingly to right wrongs.

From Salon

Australian plans have changed - or, at the least, Australia are using that inswinger to the pads more sparingly.

From BBC

Chief justices have considerable hiring and firing power, though Newby’s predecessors had used it sparingly, typically replacing only a few top-level appointees.

From Salon