strictness
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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
Mr Smith was previously the head teacher at Great Yarmouth Charter Academy, and was known for "army like" strictness which was criticised by some parents.
From BBC ● Feb. 2, 2024
The schools, which are typically single-sex, also vary in standards, strictness, the number of days and hours they’re open as well as the fees they charge.
From Reuters ● Feb. 16, 2023
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
They had been ordered with terrifying strictness to say not one word about Veronika’s letter or any other topic until their mother decided the moment was right to spring the news on the captain.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
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