plural rarities
1
: the quality, state, or fact of being rare
2
: one that is rare
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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This differs from the traditional approach of many high jewelers, who often begin with exceptional gemstones because of their rarity and value.
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Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Mondrian Cannes 45 Boulevard de la Croisette Mondrian Cannes stands apart for its sprawling private garden that opens directly onto the sand — a rarity along the Croisette, where outdoor space comes at a premium.
—Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 12 May 2026
Part of the reason for the lack of funding is the rarity of hantavirus outbreaks.
—Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 12 May 2026
That’s a rarity for him in this series.
—Eric Stephens, New York Times, 12 May 2026
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Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Mondrian Cannes 45 Boulevard de la Croisette Mondrian Cannes stands apart for its sprawling private garden that opens directly onto the sand — a rarity along the Croisette, where outdoor space comes at a premium.
—Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 12 May 2026
Part of the reason for the lack of funding is the rarity of hantavirus outbreaks.
—Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 12 May 2026
That’s a rarity for him in this series.
—Eric Stephens, New York Times, 12 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for rarity
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“Rarity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rarity. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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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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