slim pickings
noun
UK/ˌslɪm ˈpɪk.ɪŋz/
US/ˌslɪm ˈpɪk.ɪŋz/
Definitions of slim pickings noun
- Plural(複數)
A situation where there is very little of something available or very few opportunities to obtain it.
所剩無幾；收穫甚微
By the end of the auction, there were slim pickings left, with only a few items available.
拍賣會結束時，剩下的東西所剩無幾，只有少數幾件物品可供選擇。
Due to the recent economic downturn, there are slim pickings in the job market.
由於最近的經濟衰退，就業市場的機會非常有限。
If you're looking for bargains after the holiday season, you'll likely find slim pickings.
如果你在節日過後尋找優惠，你很可能會發現選擇非常有限。