scarcity
noun
scar·ci·ty
ˈsker-sə-tē 
-stē
plural scarcities
: the quality or state of being scarce
especially
: want of provisions for the support of life
Examples of scarcity in a Sentence
Scarcity of food forced the herds to move.
the scarcity of good restaurants around here is surprising
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Rachel Hills, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2025
Focus on scarcity tactics that feel real, not manufactured.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
One reason for this scarcity is the amount of land that is still owned by outside corporate interests.
—Kristina P. Brant, The Conversation, 26 Feb. 2025
Gold remains relevant not only for its scarcity and tangibility but also for its role as a diversifier in investment portfolios.
—Gabriel O. Rodriguez, Sacramento Bee, 26 Feb. 2025
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“Scarcity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scarcity. Accessed 10 Mar. 2025.
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scarcity
noun
scar·ci·ty
ˈsker-sət-ē
ˈskar-
plural scarcities
: the quality or state of being scarce : a very small supply
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