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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Out of the 3,319 shares Mosley received, and the 1,695 shares Romano received, both automatically sold off a portion strictly to cover the resulting tax obligations.
From Barron's • Jun. 18, 2026
“So far, this remains a strictly supply-driven inflation shock and hence is unlikely to have legs,” they say.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 15, 2026
The Diabetes Association implied in an official statement that the scientists had breached IRS regulations that include “maintaining a strictly nonpartisan environment at all organizational events.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
That phrase does not strictly apply to the extraordinary circumstances in Makerfield, where the local has collided with the national in spectacular fashion.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
In almost all cases, the tests measure strictly math and reading skills, so even science and history have been de-emphasized.
From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove
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