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strictly

[strikt-lee] / ˈstrɪkt li /
ADVERB
rigidly
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Coal mines often leach dangerous chemicals like arsenic into waterways and are required to strictly monitor pollution discharge and keep it under certain limits.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

In Italy, footballers are strictly forbidden to play at amateur or professional level with the device fitted.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

“The Avcon Jet Group strictly adheres to EU and U.S. sanctions laws,” the company said in an email.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

The index committee has latitude in picking new members and doesn’t strictly choose the most valuable eligible candidates.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

“You’re off. You’re way off. I told you that last night. This thing with Franny is strictly non-sectarian.”

From "Franny and Zooey" by J. D. Salinger




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