strictly

Example Sentences

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Yet even then, our independence was strictly limited by where the safe pavement ended.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Legal experts say the latest ruling is different, functionally outlawing cash bail in most cases, and strictly capping the amount in others.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

There was no sign and it was strictly invite-only.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

When it comes to heavy appliances, “the business is now strictly need-based, not desirous or impulsive,” said Marshal Cohen, chief retail advisor at Circana.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

But in the beginning, Marina felt she had to play strictly by the book.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein