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as in accurate
following an original exactly
not a strict translation, because a lot of the humor is in the wordplay
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as in rigorous
given to exacting standards of discipline and self-restraint
that piano teacher is notoriously strict, but students make great strides under her tutelage
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as in rigid
not allowing for any exceptions or loosening of standards
on a strict diet strict adherence to the letter of the law
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Recent Examples of strict
Some waterfront communities have taken an even stricter approach.
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Miami Herald,
6 July 2026
The format opens cinematic possibilities but comes with strict parameters.
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Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
6 July 2026
Attendees should expect stricter security than in previous years.
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Kyla Guilfoil,
NBC news,
5 July 2026
Beijing maintains strict controls over religion, which has led to the rise of underground churches.
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J.d. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
5 July 2026
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Miami Herald,
6 July 2026
The format opens cinematic possibilities but comes with strict parameters.
—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
6 July 2026
Attendees should expect stricter security than in previous years.
—
Kyla Guilfoil,
NBC news,
5 July 2026
Beijing maintains strict controls over religion, which has led to the rise of underground churches.
—
J.d. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
5 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for strict
Recent Examples of Synonyms for strict
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Prices were accurate at the time of publication but may change.
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ISPs would be well within their rights to advertise accurate monthly prices and charge those exact prices on monthly bills.
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Every cybersecurity article is based on rigorous reporting by our team of expert writers and editors.
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This improves both customer and agent experience, while still meeting rigorous business standards around accuracy, reliability, and risk management.
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Instead of forcing business owners to constantly upload mountains of paper invoices or rigid bank statements, Magellan monitors the real-time transactions flowing directly through its platform.
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The trust could provide financial support for a broad group of beneficiaries defined by you, rather than by rigid family-tree relationships.
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This underscores how Apple's control over its devices, from hardware to software, limits true ownership and poses challenges for long-term digital preservation.
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If religion is corrupted by breaking down the wall of separation, much the same is true of the state.
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White settlers and frontier pioneers built vast, fenceless cattle stations, battling harsh environments and disease, embracing a hard-living culture that exists to this day.
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Dish Soap Using harsh chemicals on the outside of your toilet bowl and fixtures is not recommended, according to Meagher.
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Regulatory Compliance As privacy and security regulations become more stringent, organizations will need stronger methods for proving access integrity and identity assurance.
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The bill would impose stringent voting rules, including eliminating mail ballots, with some exceptions, and set voter ID and proof-of-citizenship requirements.
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Determination and careful calculations — hold on, carry the 2 — are a must.
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Graduate students face lower federal limits and the loss of Grad PLUS, requiring careful financial planning.
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In the nation’s gravest hour, the country’s authoritarian regime has crippled an effective response, say survivors, rescue workers and former officials.
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Some are fleeing authoritarian regimes, war or natural disasters.
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“Strict.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strict. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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