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sparse

[spahrs] / spɑrs /


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To help ease blockages at the airport, an "automated people mover" train connecting it to the city's sparse subway system was scheduled to go into service in 2023.

From Barron's • May 27, 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

His messaging during practice sessions might be sparse, but the targeted input has an impact with a player who likes to be challenged by her coaches.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Federal support for expanding early education funding is sparse and shrinking.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

That reminds me: in this sparse room, is it possible that the Gideons have placed a Bible?

From "It’s Kind of a Funny Story" by Ned Vizzini




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