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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"All the heads of departments in their respective provinces are advised to inform their staff, higher-ranking or lower-ranking, that using smartphones is strictly banned effective 17 June," said the letter.
From Barron's • Jun. 17, 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
They are both so exalted that standing strictly to attention is probably not insisted on.
From "All Quiet on the Western Front: A Novel" by Erich Maria Remarque
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