strictly
Americanadverb
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in a strict manner; rigorously; stringently.
strictly enforced.
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precisely or candidly; factually.
strictly speaking.
Etymology
Origin of strictly
Example Sentences
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The 24th series of Strictly is expected to begin in September.
From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026
Celebrity hair stylist Chris Appleton is the latest addition to this year's Strictly Come Dancing line-up.
From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026
Actress Lacey Turner will compete on the new series of Strictly Come Dancing, the BBC has confirmed.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden has said learning about her great-grandmother's death from breast cancer at the age of 39 has made her "even more grateful for the NHS" after her own surgery and recovery.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
Strictly speaking, Mom was gossiping, but who was going to tell her?
From "Kira-Kira" by Cynthia Kadohata
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