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escaso, rarefacto
existing in smaller amounts than what is needed
Example
Food supplies grew scarce during the winter months, leading to rationing in some areas.
Los suministros de alimentos se volvieron escasos durante los meses de invierno, lo que llevó al racionamiento en algunas áreas.
Jobs were scarce in the rural town, forcing many residents to commute to nearby cities for work.
Los trabajos eran escasos en el pueblo rural, obligando a muchos residentes a trasladarse a ciudades cercanas para trabajar.
02
escaso, raro
present in very limited amounts or number and not commonly found or encountered
Example
The gemstone was so scarce that only a few pieces were ever found.
La gema era tan escasa que solo se encontraron unas pocas piezas.
The endangered bird species is becoming increasingly scarce due to habitat loss.
La especie de ave en peligro de extinción se está volviendo cada vez más escasa debido a la pérdida de hábitat.
scarce
Example
He had scarce finished his meal when the phone rang.
Apenas había terminado su comida cuando sonó el teléfono.
She had scarce arrived at the office when the meeting started.
Apenas llegó a la oficina cuando comenzó la reunión.
Example
The lights were so dim, she could scarce see her own hand in front of her face.
Las luces eran tan tenues que apenas podía ver su propia mano frente a su cara.
He could scarce believe his luck when he found the lost wallet intact.
Escasamente podía creer su suerte cuando encontró la cartera perdida intacta.
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