She has the 'rare' [='uncommon'] ability to make people feel comfortable even in difficult situations.
It is still 'rare' [='unusual'] for a woman to hold an executive position in some industries.
The little diner is a 'rare bird' in a city full of expensive restaurants.
(..) But of course, Cato, all great detectives have one thing in common. And you know what that is? Instinct. That rare ability... to know immediately without having to stop and reason. And in my business, it can easily mean the difference between life and death. All right, I'll get it. (..)1975 The Return of the Pink Panther