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Meanings of strict in English

Highly inflexible and rigorous.

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Characterized by strictness, severity, or restraint.

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Severe and unremitting in making demands.

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(Of rules) stringently enforced.

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Usage of strict in English
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Future studies enrolling patients with true LAF using strict definition are needed.
Pubmed
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The case has brought new attention to El Salvador's strict abortion laws.
Reuters
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The South American country has taken a strict view on quarantine measures.
Reuters
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Rules are strict: fighting, drug use and alcohol abuse lead to expulsion.
The Guardian
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The country's strict lockdown has left millions in need of food aid.
Reuters
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The moves follow strict measures taken by France and Spain on Saturday.
Radio NZ
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Agricultural countries were unable to meet such a strict standard, he said.
Radio NZ
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Only final year medical students will be allowed back, under strict guidelines.
The South African
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The government said returnees will be subject to very strict sanitary controls.
Radio NZ
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It sets strict limits on land use in areas of high biodiversity.
The Guardian
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The strict Salafi al-Nour Party said its list received about 35 percent.
Reuters
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Regulated funds have strict liquidity requirements, leverage limits and clear asset prices.
Reuters
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A strict limit of 'two drinks per ordered meal' will be implemented.
The South African
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But, these days, cruise ships must follow very strict international maritime laws.
News.com.au
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The facility is governed by strict protocols concerning health, safety and security.
100 Places You Will Never Visit
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The minister reiterated that returning South Africans must adhere to strict conditions.
The South African
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