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Free sign upThe phrase "a scarce" is not correct as it is incomplete and lacks context.
It can be used when referring to something that is limited in quantity or availability, but it typically needs to be followed by a noun.
Example: "Water is a scarce resource in many parts of the world."
Alternatives: "a limited" or "a rare".
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"Wood was a scarce resource.
But worry is a scarce commodity.
Even chalk is a scarce resource.
"Social housing is a scarce resource.
Space itself is a scarce commodity.
"But now, suddenly, it's a scarce item".
In Britain, donor sperm is a scarce commodity.
Energy is a scarce resource on the far shore.
"It has elements of a scarce commodity," he said.
Reassurance is a scarce symbolic commodity in Delhi.
"But they're a very inefficient use of a scarce resource.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.
Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com