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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
But in fact, some parents warn against helicopter parenting, and strict parenting can actually result in more rebellious kids.
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wendy Wisner, Parents, 13 Mar. 2025
Under the Biden administration, the standards grew stricter over time with rules designed to accelerate a transition to EVs.
—Camila Domonoske, NPR, 12 Mar. 2025
The post office is governed by strict federal laws on mail’s privacy which could potentially have made the postal service a haven for activists and marginalized people to communicate safely.
—Sarah Prager, JSTOR Daily, 12 Mar. 2025
The World Meteorological Organization, based in Geneva, chooses hurricane names several years in advance, based on strict criteria.
—Doyle Rice, USA TODAY, 11 Mar. 2025
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wendy Wisner, Parents, 13 Mar. 2025
Under the Biden administration, the standards grew stricter over time with rules designed to accelerate a transition to EVs.
—Camila Domonoske, NPR, 12 Mar. 2025
The post office is governed by strict federal laws on mail’s privacy which could potentially have made the postal service a haven for activists and marginalized people to communicate safely.
—Sarah Prager, JSTOR Daily, 12 Mar. 2025
The World Meteorological Organization, based in Geneva, chooses hurricane names several years in advance, based on strict criteria.
—Doyle Rice, USA TODAY, 11 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for strict
Adjective
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But new correspondence with The Times raises questions about whether that narrative is accurate, or if Bass is withholding public records.—
Julia Wick,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2025
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Enhanced Decision Making Centralized content management enhances decision making by giving employees access to accurate, up-to-date information far quicker.—
Daniel Fallmann,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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This is the product of a rigorous education that begins in the elementary school years, building on itself to the point of being an ongoing, lifelong commitment to self-development.—
Eli Amdur,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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Facing those challenges, top education officials moved to eliminate the elementary school at P.S. 76, and merge grades 6-8 with Mott Hall II, a nearby middle school that is adding a rigorous high school program.—
Cayla Bamberger,
New York Daily News,
13 Mar. 2025
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This creates a culture where continuous learning—not rigid certainty—becomes the norm.—
Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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Following the successful Maidan Revolution, one way Ukrainian chefs and customers expressed themselves was freeing their palates of rigid culinary bonds.—
Tim Mak,
Bon Appétit,
6 Mar. 2025
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But while Connecticut is largely forested, only about one-tenth of 1% of all forest land in the state is considered true old-growth forest.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
4 Mar. 2025
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These actions have been saving lives and driving true culture change, creating a safer future for everyone.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
4 Mar. 2025
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Five years ago this week, the television industry rose to the challenge of keeping news, daytime and late-night talk shows and other topical series on the air during the harsh early months of the COVID pandemic.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
12 Mar. 2025
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The Patriots are paying for potential more than immediate production, so the F grade feels harsh.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
12 Mar. 2025
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Transparency is crucial as well as regular audits and compliance with regulations, including the GDPR and CCPA, will be important to ensure that customers' data are properly handled and the most stringent ethical standards are upheld.—
Kolawole Samuel Adebayo,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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Due to this year’s more stringent requirements, there were fewer applications and there was a net loss of 80 châteaus from the 250 in 2020.—
Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen,
Robb Report,
9 Mar. 2025
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In comments at the Morgan Stanley media conference, the Fox CEO was again extremely careful to stress that the goal is not to cannibalize linear television and Fox will not advertise it on linear television but is meant purely to capture those who cut the cord or have never subscribed to cable.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
3 Mar. 2025
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There’s potential for clarity in resolving any lingering tension, but also be careful not to speak too rashly.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
3 Mar. 2025
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The authoritarian manosphere is organized around a hierarchy topped by heroic male warriors.—
Robert B. Reich,
Hartford Courant,
4 Mar. 2025
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The futuristic worlds that she’s created reflect that, from the dark and dismal cityscapes to the authoritarian prisoner ships run entirely by soulless robots.—
Kyle Wilson,
Rolling Stone,
4 Mar. 2025
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“Strict.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strict. Accessed 16 Mar. 2025.
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