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rare
01
happening infrequently or uncommon in occurrence
Example
Seeing a shooting star is a rare occurrence that fills people with wonder and awe.
The birth of albino animals is rare, as they have a genetic mutation that affects their pigmentation.
Her talent for playing the theremin, an unusual instrument, is rare and highly admired by musicians.
02
(of meat) cooked for a short time in a way that the flesh is still red inside
Example
He ordered his burger cooked rare, wanting it juicy with a red center.
The lamb chops were grilled until they were rare, with a blush of pink in the middle.
She prefers her duck breast cooked rare, with the skin crispy and the meat tender.
03
found only in small numbers so considered interesting or valuable
Example
The museum displayed rare artifacts from ancient civilizations, each considered priceless due to their scarcity.
A rare species of orchid bloomed in the botanical garden, attracting visitors from around the world.
His collection of rare stamps is valued highly because many of them are no longer in circulation.
04
not widely distributed
05
marked by an uncommon quality; especially superlative or extreme of its kind
Example
The rare air at the summit made it difficult for climbers to breathe without supplemental oxygen.
At high altitudes, the rare air can cause dizziness and shortness of breath for those unaccustomed to it.
Pilots must account for the effects of rare air when flying at high elevations, as it affects aircraft performance.
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