strictly
Americanadverb
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in a strict manner; rigorously; stringently.
strictly enforced.
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precisely or candidly; factually.
strictly speaking.
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Origin of strictly
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"We requested that the US side strictly enforce discipline among its personnel, implement effective measures to prevent a recurrence, and ensure full compliance with the nighttime curfew," Koizumi told reporters.
From Barron's ● Nov. 2, 2026
It has made their permits and approvals strictly a state business, hoping to offer developers a smoother ride and to attract jobs and a larger tax base.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 30, 2026
In strictly financial terms, the company’s progress has been admirable, at least as it concerns the top line.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 28, 2026
The assignment of a series that abuts the supernatural is to keep its audience off balance and “Yaga” does, but not strictly through intrusions of the otherworldly.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 20, 2026
We gave them orders; we ordered them strictly and harshly to remain out of gamma fields at whatever cost.
From "I, Robot" by Isaac Asimov
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