few and far between
01
happening infrequently
Disapproving
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Successful product launches in this competitive industry are few and far between.
02
rare and very hard to find
例
In the desert, freshwater springs are few and far between, making them precious resources.
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sparsely distributed over a large area, with significant gaps in between
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In the vast desert, the oases are few and far between, forcing travelers to plan their routes carefully.
