stickler

Example Sentences

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My father, a World War II officer and stickler for correctness, was especially proud of my medal.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 4, 2026

You seem to be a stickler for detail, so that came as a surprise.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 27, 2025

In my own home, this year, I became much more of a stickler about wasting food.

From Salon • Jan. 5, 2025

A stickler for defense, Cronin had yelled at Harris and threatened to throw him out of a recent practice that was open to reporters because the guard was not executing traps to the coach’s liking.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 5, 2024

Must she always be a stickler for staying in character?

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan