scarce
01
稀缺的, 不足的
existing in smaller amounts than what is needed
例子
Food supplies grew scarce during the winter months, leading to rationing in some areas.
冬季期间，食物供应变得稀缺，导致一些地区实行配给制。
Jobs were scarce in the rural town, forcing many residents to commute to nearby cities for work.
那个乡村小镇的工作稀缺，迫使许多居民通勤到附近的城市工作。
02
稀有的, 罕见的
present in very limited amounts or number and not commonly found or encountered
例子
The gemstone was so scarce that only a few pieces were ever found.
这种宝石非常稀少，只发现了几块。
The endangered bird species is becoming increasingly scarce due to habitat loss.
由于栖息地的丧失，濒危鸟类物种变得越来越稀少。
scarce
例子
He had scarce finished his meal when the phone rang.
他刚吃完饭，电话就响了。
She had scarce arrived at the office when the meeting started.
她刚到办公室，会议就开始了。
例子
The lights were so dim, she could scarce see her own hand in front of her face.
灯光如此昏暗，她几乎看不见自己面前的手。
He could scarce believe his luck when he found the lost wallet intact.
当他发现丢失的钱包完好无损时，他几乎不敢相信自己的运气。
词汇树
scarcely
scarceness
scarce
