sparingly
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There have always been people who drank sparingly or didn’t drink at all.
From Salon ● Aug. 15, 2026
As a homeowner, explore non-chemical alternatives first, and apply any treatments sparingly and responsibly to minimize harm to beneficial insects and other wildlife.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 29, 2026
Flashlights should be used sparingly, so as not to disrupt them.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 14, 2026
To get physicians to stop overprescribing, the institutions that shape their choices should offer a greater reward for prescribing sparingly.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 10, 2026
During this time the village eats sparingly, mostly from stores of seeds harvested in autumn.
From "Island of the Blue Dolphins" by Scott O'Dell
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