to the letter
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He wants to punish those who speak out against him, who present cases against him and who, in doing their jobs to the letter of the law, go against his wishes.
From Salon
In spite of this development, “the parties continue to negotiate the terms of a lease agreement at Project Matador pursuant to the letter of intent,” Fermi wrote in the filing.
From Barron's
Bright or ultraviolet light, in particular, could cause irreversible damage to the letter.
From BBC
Two of the defendants had been refusing food for 37 days and five of the group have spent periods in hospital, according to the letter.
From BBC
The Epstein estate exposed the names of some victims as a result of a software error, according to the letter, and the parties are working to ensure the mistake isn’t repeated.
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