scantier
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The book does this as well, though often, Huberman will include a qualifier, disavowing responsibility after sharing evidence that’s scantier than you might like.
From Slate ● Sep. 18, 2026
“Less prominent victims of Chinese censorship would have scantier chances of redress.”
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 6, 2021
Data on the efficacy of sugar taxes are scantier, but the available evidence shows that they, too, lower consumption.
From Economist ● Jul. 26, 2018
This means less room for others who might be seeking psychiatric care, while at the same time, states have cut billions from mental health, leaving even scantier outpatient systems.
From New York Times ● Sep. 27, 2017
Our traditions say, I believe—for we have our traditions—that the good gentleman got safe home, though somewhat thinner of purse and scantier in apparel than when he came away.
From Corse de Leon, Volume I (of 2) or, The Brigand; a Romance by G. P. R. (George Payne Rainsford) James
