scantly in a sentence
adv.
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Definition
Scantily means in a manner that is insufficient or inadequate in quantity or coverage, often referring to minimal clothing or sparse population.
Sample Sentences
- She was scantily dressed for the chilly evening, shivering as the wind picked up.
- The scantily populated village struggled to maintain its local traditions amidst modernization.
- He glanced at the scantily filled shelves and wondered when the store would restock.
- Her scantily detailed report left many questions unanswered, prompting further investigation.
- The scantily attended lecture failed to generate the lively discussion the professor had hoped for.