1
a
: stringent in requirement or control
under strict orders
b
: severe in discipline
a strict teacher
2
a
: inflexibly maintained or adhered to
strict secrecy
b
: rigorously conforming to principle or a norm or condition
4
: of narrow erect habit of growth
a strict inflorescence
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He insists on strict adherence to the rules.
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Olivia Kan-Sperling, Artforum, 2 May 2026
At City, Jeglertz has been praised for conferring freedom and flexibility and thus more tactical dynamism compared to the more rigid and strict possession-style football espoused by former manager Taylor.
—Megan Feringa, New York Times, 1 May 2026
Classified networks integration The Pentagon emphasized that all deployments will meet strict security requirements.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 1 May 2026
Today, Torry maintains a strict health protocol to help delay the onset of tremors, rigidity, and instability as much as possible.
—Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 1 May 2026
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“Strict.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/strict. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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strict
adjective1
: permitting no avoidance or escape
under strict orders
2
a
: kept with great care : absolute
strict secrecy
b
: carefully obeying rules or a code of conduct
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