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
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
"Requirements for residents can be liberalised as much as possible, while the strictness of requirements for non-residents should differ depending on their jurisdiction," the Bank of Russia said in a report.
From Reuters ● Nov. 29, 2022
She’s known for her temper and impatience and strictness, which make her students cautiously friendly with her.
From "The Queen of Water" by Laura Resau
