This is the 3662nd most frequent Dutch word.
schaars
Scarce.
Here, 'schaars' is used to describe that the resource 'brandstof' (fuel) is in low supply or rare.
De brandstof is schaars geworden door de staking.
Fuel has become scarce due to the strike.
In this sentence, 'schaars' indicates that the explanation was not thorough or complete, emphasizing its inadequacy.
Zijn uitleg was schaars en liet veel vragen onbeantwoord.
His explanation was sparse and left many questions unanswered.
In this usage, 'schaars' describes the outfit's minimal coverage or size, often in relation to clothing.