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few and far between
01
happening infrequently
Disapproving
Examples
In the winter months, warm sunny days are few and far between.
02
rare and very hard to find
Examples
In the desert, freshwater springs are few and far between, making them precious resources.
03
sparsely distributed over a large area, with significant gaps in between
Examples
In the vast desert, the oases are few and far between, forcing travelers to plan their routes carefully.
