plural rarities
1
: the quality, state, or fact of being rare
2
: one that is rare
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Examples of rarity in a Sentence
In most sports, athletes over the age of 50 are rarities.
Snow is a rarity in this part of the world.
He is selling most of his collection, keeping only the real rarities.
The rarity of the disease makes it difficult to diagnose.
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The spacious Venetian Lounge spans two decks — a rarity on a smaller ship — with cabaret seating and tiered banquettes for music performances, movie screenings, and other group programs.
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David Swanson, Travel + Leisure, 27 May 2024
That was expected to happen, given the fact Maurice’s Florida Panthers shut them out in Game 1 — a rarity for this year’s Presidents’ Trophy team, the top team in the regular season.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 25 May 2024
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David Swanson, Travel + Leisure, 27 May 2024
That was expected to happen, given the fact Maurice’s Florida Panthers shut them out in Game 1 — a rarity for this year’s Presidents’ Trophy team, the top team in the regular season.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 25 May 2024
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“Rarity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rarity. Accessed 31 May. 2024.
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rarity
noun
rar·i·ty
ˈrar-ət-ē 
ˈrer-
plural rarities
1
: the quality, state, or fact of being rare
2
: someone or something rare
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