strictly

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That phrase does not strictly apply to the extraordinary circumstances in Makerfield, where the local has collided with the national in spectacular fashion.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Coal mines often leach dangerous chemicals like arsenic into waterways and are required to strictly monitor pollution discharge and keep it under certain limits.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

Those who don’t furnish one to register are supposed to present one when they vote for the first time in a federal election, though this requirement isn’t strictly enforced.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

The index committee has latitude in picking new members and doesn’t strictly choose the most valuable eligible candidates.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

He just sat, holding Security on his lap and listening, and if he had any theories about mysterious powers or hidden watchers, he kept them strictly to himself.

From "The Egypt Game" by Zilpha Keatley Snyder