rigidly

Definition of rigidlynext
as in strictly
without any relaxation of standards or precision the judge stuck rigidly to the letter of the law

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Recent Examples of rigidly This latest Dystopian Future World That Reflects Our Own is comprised of what-else-but rigidly stratified class structures, bespoke genetic engineering available only to the wealthiest, and super-sentient artificial intelligence. — Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 20 Oct. 2026 Even though the category is rigidly defined, there are differences in style, cask finishes, alcohol content, and even mashbill to take into account when searching for this quintessentially American whiskey. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 8 Oct. 2026 Are the Norwegian authorities concerned for children’s safety — or are they offended by this family’s rigidly patriarchal beliefs, which include intolerance toward homosexuality? — Tim Grierson, Los Angeles Times, 7 Oct. 2026 But the Arab Barometer’s findings staunchly contradict any view of Palestinian politics as rigidly ideological, committed to revenge, and supportive of violence. — Michael Robbins, Foreign Affairs, 2 Oct. 2026 That’s why assuming that people who are suicidal are rigidly on that path to end their life isn’t always correct, Moutier added. — Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 28 Sep. 2026 Security decisions made too rigidly can become difficult to accommodate when engineers modify systems later. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 1 Sep. 2026 Starting in the nineteen-eighties, forms of identification as proof of citizenship became more rigidly required. — Jill Lepore, New Yorker, 10 Aug. 2026 The acting is passable, more or less, but dialogue is often rigidly expository or cliché or both. — Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 9 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rigidly
Adverb
  • Photography and video are strictly forbidden inside, although a photo opp is available.
    — Hali Smith October 17, Idaho Statesman, 17 Oct. 2026
  • The rule wasn’t strictly enforced, of course, but her parents were trying to manage a household where one upset child could set off several others.
    — Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 16 Oct. 2026
Adverb
  • And remember to drive carefully, especially when the road narrows to a single lane.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Users should think carefully before resetting a forgotten PIN.
    — Fernanda Tronco, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2026

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“Rigidly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rigidly. Accessed 25 Oct. 2026.

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