scarcity
noun
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Examples of scarcity in a Sentence
Emmanuel Akinwotu, NPR, 9 Apr. 2024
This came from the protagonist’s baby, of course—from his first smiles, his crawling, his discovery of first foods amongst scarcity—but also from all the other loves in the book, for family and friends, even for strangers, bonds formed in extremity.
—Megan Hunter, Vogue, 6 Apr. 2024
On top of making strategic sense, the consolidation of AI teams may become virtually necessary due to the scarcity of skilled AI professionals and AI resources.
—David Zuluaga Martínez, Fortune, 5 Apr. 2024
These goods derive cultural and monetary value from scarcity, but there are relatively few situations in which demand genuinely outstrips supply.
—Amanda Mull, The Atlantic, 2 Apr. 2024
This scarcity is further exacerbated by greenwashing risks, which the private markets are strategically positioned to mitigate through their long-term investment horizons and emphasis on substantive, rather than superficial, impact.
—Josipa Majic Predin, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2024
The inherent scarcity and exclusivity endowed by NFTs create a sense of value, attracting individuals looking to diversify their portfolios and explore the burgeoning realm of digital art and collectibles.
—Kyle Russell, Journal Sentinel, 28 Mar. 2024
She’s been a XXL Freshman and earned comparisons to hip-hop legends, but the scarcity of her music has halted her classification as a star while insulating her from the scrutiny that comes with a full-length project.
—Peter A. Berry, Variety, 15 Mar. 2024
With the scarcity of water increasing, rates will likely continue to rise.
—Kobi Bardugo, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Mar. 2024
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14th century, in the meaning defined above
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“Scarcity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scarcity. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.
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