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At this time there were stringent regulations, some of which are still in force, with regard to the taking up of passengers.

Everard frowned anxiously; he had dreaded this question, but he had to be firm, for the doctor's orders were stringent.

Among these men there was a stringent code of honour, any infringement of which was punished by death.

What Textor may now think I do not know, except that he was too stringent in his prescriptions.

Provision was made for the stringent control of all local authorities by the central government.

The county had obtained a stringent order, with all-the-year-round protection for its rare species.

Stringent regulations were issued regarding the economical consumption of fuel, and also to guard against all accidents from fire.

During the first years stringent measures were in force at the mouth of the Minnesota River.

The most stringent steps were taken to prevent the distribution of prohibited books.

It was said, too, that despite the stringent "liquor law," the hustling parties were provided with intoxicants.