“Few and far between”

Definition

Rare and not happening often.

Examples

Examples

“Good opportunities like this are few and far between.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Few and far between" mean?
"Few and far between" means rare and not happening often..
How do you use "Few and far between" in a sentence?
Example: "Good opportunities like this are few and far between."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Few and far between"?
Редкий, встречающийся нечасто. / Հազվադեպ հանդիպող։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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