strict fast

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And it all came from a player who has spent recent weeks managing a strict fast from dawn until sunset to observe Ramadan as a Muslim.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 3, 2023

The three are Muslims who observe Ramadan and began a strict fast from dawn until sunset daily starting March 22 and continuing through April 20.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 31, 2023

During that time the candidates for honors were obliged to such a strict fast and abstinence, that not a morsel of food, nor a drop of water passed their lips during the time.

From The Indians' Last Fight Or The Dull Knife Raid by Collins, Dennis

The chief now paints himself black, and commences a strict fast, only tasting a decoction of consecrated herbs to assist his dreams, which are strictly noted and interpreted by the elders.

From The Conquest of Canada (Vol. 1 of 2) by Warburton, George

For eight days there was a strict fast; the butchers shut their shops.'

From Renaissance in Italy, Volume 1 (of 7) The Age of the Despots by Symonds, John Addington