Synonyms

sparingly

American

[spair-ing-lee] / ˈspɛər ɪŋ li /

adverb

in an economical or limited way.

Nutritionists recommend eating fats sparingly.

Other Word Forms

oversparingly adverb

Etymology

Origin of sparingly

sparing ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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McDonnell said the legislation being used for the department's application had been "used sparingly" in the past.

From BBC

But the narration is delivered lightly and sparingly.

From The Wall Street Journal

Consumers have also shown signs of using the paper towels, shampoo and other essentials they do buy more sparingly to conserve supplies.

From MarketWatch

Ameila was still living in Virginia which meant they were only able to visit each other sparingly.

From BBC

Rookie running back Omarion Hampton missed six games with a fractured left ankle and played sparingly against the Patriots after injuring his right ankle in Week 17.

From Los Angeles Times

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