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sparse

[spahrs] / spɑrs /


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Inside the sparse, upscale abode, cardboard moving boxes are still scattered across the entryway, and his shelves lack ingredients.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

While the popular girls strutted through the halls with their effortless Pinterest-inspired updos, I was applying brown eyeshadow to my scalp to disguise the sparse spots.

From Slate • May 23, 2026

Djokovic sticks to a sparse schedule these days, believing it gives him the best shot at finally moving clear of Margaret Court in terms of all-time major wins.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

Shah sees sentiment between the two countries as turning positive, even as details are sparse.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

He had sparse white hair and eyes the color of turquoise.

From "When I Was Puerto Rican" by Esmeralda Santiago




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