stricter

Example Sentences

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"In addition, supervision from the Ministry of Religion and the community regarding these newly emerging Islamic boarding schools must be stricter."

From BBC • May 13, 2026

“Condo buyers tend to be more rate sensitive and are also dealing with rising HOA fees, insurance costs and stricter financing conditions,” Barber said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

California’s gasoline prices have long run above the national average, explained in part by higher state taxes and stricter environmental rules.

From Salon • May 13, 2026

According to Saul Fonseca, head of cruise at SmartFlyer, a full-service luxury travel agency, cruise operators are often held to stricter reporting and inspection standards than other segments of the travel industry.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

The lines struck me as wistful suggestions of a stricter time, of rules now observed in the breach, a memory fading like the strict lessons of the Academy.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover