rarely

Definition

  • adverb: not very often
  • adverb: not often
  • synonyms: seldom, once in a while, barely

Examples

  • These machines only need to be fixed very 'rarely'. = These machines 'rarely' need to be fixed.

  • Such radical opinions have 'rarely', 'if ever', been heard here before.

  • The temperature 'rarely' [='seldom'] drops below freezing here.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Dick, uh, according to authorities, The area has been cleared. Only the central park rangers now remain in the park. These forces are highly trained, But rarely see action. Some have accused them of being too gung ho When called into duty, And their controversial crowd control tactics (..)
    2003 Elf