Meaning of the word "in dribs and drabs" in English
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in dribs and drabs
US /ɪn drɪbz ænd dræbz/
UK /ɪn drɪbz ænd dræbz/
Idiom
1.
in small amounts or numbers at irregular intervals
Example:
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The donations came in dribs and drabs, making it hard to reach the target.
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The audience arrived in dribs and drabs, so the show started late.
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