Meaning: This idiom means something is rare or occurs infrequently, with large gaps in time or space between occurrences.
Usage in Example Sentences:
- “Good job opportunities in this town are few and far between.”
- “Sunny days have been few and far between this winter.”
- “His visits to see his family are few and far between now that he lives abroad.”
Origin: The phrase “few and far between” has been used since the 17th century. It originally described large distances between objects or occurrences and has since evolved to refer to things that are scarce or rarely seen or experienced. The idiom emphasizes the rarity of an event or item.
