to the letter

Example Sentences

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That pattern, also known by the more ominous-sounding “bearish engulfing,” followed the description in technical-analysis textbooks to the letter, to warn of a change in trend.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

Responding to the letter, Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis called it a "powerful riposte to the hateful extremists who have targeted the Jewish community".

From BBC • May 9, 2026

Engine argues that the planned separation would be costly and create new risks and tax difficulties, according to the letter that was delivered to KBR’s board of directors on Monday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

“We are rebuilding and with the insurance shortfall, our finances are stretched already,” Marilyn Chong, an Altadena resident, wrote in a comment attached to the letter.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

Once he’s inside, I walk closer, to the letter boxes, and look.

From "I Am the Messenger" by Markus Zusak