exacting

Example Sentences

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The work is exacting, isolating, high-pressure—and often takes a steep toll.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

At the FBI, he gained a reputation of being an exacting taskmaster and, despite his early Republican political alignment, someone who was appreciated by politicians of both political parties.

From Barron's • Mar. 21, 2026

Both sweet and bashful, Kikuo and Shunsuke quickly grow close, enduring Hanjiro’s exacting requirements as he shapes them to be graceful, disciplined performers.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

There is also the question of how long any country, let alone Singapore, could sustain a prolonged and exacting war against vapes.

From BBC • Jan. 16, 2026

His next exploit was to fight and conquer the Minyans, who had been exacting a burdensome tribute from the Thebans.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton