Transferware designs range from dense patterns that cover the piece, to small motifs applied sparingly to give a delicate appearance, as with floral motifs.

Loose powder applied sparingly helps blot the shine that is prevalent in warm weather.

Children between two and 12 years of age should use preparations containing no more than 10% DEET, applied sparingly, which will usually last about three hours.

Furniture A mild soap solution, applied sparingly with a cloth, is usually effective.

We each get liquid foundation applied sparingly.

Born of water, applied to fire, but applied sparingly, as we have heard.

A nice cologne, something herbaceous, masculine, applied sparingly.

Insect repellent, applied sparingly to skin and sprayed on clothing, may keep mosquitoes away.

With vibrato applied sparingly and a superbly controlled massing of tone on individual notes, she achieved a remarkable range of coloration.

The best of them seem to have been conceived without ornament, with a few boldly fashioned decorative motifs sparingly applied afterwards.