use sparingly

Since then, the concept has been put to use sparingly — during the gold rush in California, most notably — often drawing allegations of cruelty and neglect, according to a recent study.

Since then, the concept has been put to use sparingly — during the gold rush in California, most notably — often drawing allegations of cruelty and neglect, according to a recent study.

“Authentic” is a word I tend to use sparingly, because it often sounds a bit bombastic, but in this case, it’s the best term to objectively explain the tranquil space, a re-creation of Ming Dynasty Chinese gardens.

“It is a rarely used authority, and it’s one that we will use sparingly,” said Fox, the agency’s top water official.

“It is a rarely used authority, and it’s one that we will use sparingly,” said Fox, the agency’s top water official.