in few instances
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I feel this, and in few instances more sensibly than in the behaviour of Captain McDonald.
From History of Prince Edward Island by Campbell, Duncan
The fresh-water strata may sometimes be seen to retain their horizontality within a very slight distance of the border-rocks, while in some places they are inclined, and in few instances vertical.
From The Student's Elements of Geology by Lyell, Charles, Sir
Indeed, in few instances has senseless indiscrimination done more mischief; for means inapt and injurious have been had recourse to, where skilful and timely interference would have had the happiest effects.
From A Treatise on Sheep: The Best Means for their Improvement, General Management, and the Treatment of their Diseases. by Blacklock, Ambrose
In the departments where women only are employed, in which the minimum wages are six dollars per week for experienced adult workers, and fall in few instances below eight dollars.
From Women Wage-Earners Their Past, Their Present, and Their Future by Campbell, Helen
The great object is to obtain quick returns for the outlay, and, except in few instances, durability or permanency is not thought of.
From Diary in America, Series Two by Marryat, Frederick
