strict
adjective
characterized by or acting in close conformity to requirements or principles.
stricter
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comparativeof strict.comparative
The form of an adjective or adverb indicating a greater degree of a quality.
Example Sentences
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In March of this year, Fannie and Freddie announced new, stricter condo-financing standards that will require more scrutiny of a building’s finances.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 18, 2026
Last year, Simsek said the government was aware of manipulation in certain funds and pledged to crack down with stricter regulation.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 18, 2026
Over the weekend, numerous tech CEOs shared warnings of artificial intelligence becoming an existential risk to humanity, which has garnered calls for stricter regulation of the tech industry.
From Salon ● Sep. 14, 2026
The Green Party leader said the government should introduce stricter environmental rules and give communities more say on whether the centres are built in their area.
From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2026
The Fugitive Slave Act adds new rules for stricter federal enforcement of the Fugitive Slave Act of 1793.
From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis
