as in disciplinarians
a person who believes that something is very important and should be done or followed all the time
Her father was a stickler about arriving on time.
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And for true purists, a Trailhawk edition with higher ground clearance, water fording capability and true 4WD capability will be available later in 2025.—
Scotty Reiss,
Forbes,
30 Dec. 2024 -
The Lamborghini Miura, with its limited production run and historical significance, naturally became the subject of scrutiny from purists concerned about maintaining its legacy.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
29 Dec. 2024
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“Sticklers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sticklers. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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