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He imagined a future in which “resources and livable conditions are scarce. Scarcity is the rule, and requires a degree of self-interest. Population problems are beyond solution by migration. No habitable unclaimed lands remain.”

From Salon

Superhero movies are no longer a surefire win at the box office, and so-called mid-tier films costing about $50 million to $100 million have become more scarce.

While information within India remains scarce, many women say they are turning to social media and that online resources are often more illuminating than conversations with their doctors.

From BBC

The $25,000 down payment assistance was a nice addition for those in the scarce and sluggish market for a home.

From Slate

The event is part of a trend of young Chinese people travelling cheaply at a time when the economy is faltering and job prospects are scarce.

From BBC

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