few and far between

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: few in number and infrequently met : rare

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Working conditions were often unsafe, and regulations governing these things were few and far between. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 Aug. 2026 After that, options for food and fuel can be few and far between, so be sure to pack snacks and perhaps an extra canister of gas. — Zoe Baillargeon, Travel + Leisure, 10 Aug. 2026 Medical centers capable of administering CAR-T therapy are few and far between. — Sacbee.com, 4 Aug. 2026 Graduate training, however, remains largely focused on preparing students for faculty jobs that are few and far between. — Jonathan Wosen, STAT, 29 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for few and far between

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“Few and far between.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/few%20and%20far%20between. Accessed 15 Aug. 2026.

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