sparseness

Definition of sparsenessnext

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Noun
  • Structured sparsity assumes that two out of every four adjacent parameters are zero.
    Olivia Hsu, IEEE Spectrum, 28 Apr. 2026
  • For those who like the simplistic approach of minimalism but question its sparsity, warm minimalism is the answer.
    Erica Puisis, The Spruce, 31 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Value comes down to scarcity, condition, brand heritage and demand.
    Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 June 2026
  • When the scarce resource is the physical capacity to build and package advanced silicon, the companies that hold the designs and the manufacturing relationships are sitting exactly where the scarcity is.
    Jon Markman, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
Noun
  • Scored only by drum machine, a single synth, chimes, and tubular bells, the song’s straightforward tale sounds dramatically magnificent in spite of its spareness.
    Billie Bugara, Pitchfork, 26 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The focus on slimness has fueled speculation about the emergence of phones with no charging ports, a design choice that Apple reportedly considered for the iPhone Air, according to Bloomberg.
    Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 18 Sep. 2025
  • The slimness undoubtedly raises questions about durability.
    Prakhar Khanna, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • What’s behind all the token stinginess?
    Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 3 June 2026
  • That’s why Holmes’ steady stinginess looms so large.
    Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 9 May 2026
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“Sparseness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sparseness. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.

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