strictness
Example Sentences
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Fans at the stadium tried to make the best of the situation, although they were surprised by the strictness of the protocol.
From Barron's ● Jun. 23, 2026
Between “Downton” and Professor McGonagall an adoring public saw in Smith an endlessly entertaining, tippling grandmother and that endearing teacher who balanced strictness with caring.
From Salon ● Oct. 1, 2024
Children are scared to go to a school run like a "military boot camp" because of a teacher known for his strictness, a parent claims.
From BBC ● Feb. 2, 2024
Carried out with varying degrees of strictness and workarounds, the directives prohibit medical aid in dying, abortion, some types of fertility treatments and contraception, including tubal ligations and vasectomies.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 6, 2023
Having lived in Southern strictness, I knew when to keep quiet around adults, but I did want to ask him why he said I peed when I was sure he didn’t believe that.
From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou
