strict

[strɪkt]

Definition:
1. That must be obeyed exactly.
2. Rigidly accurate; allowing no deviation from a standard.
3. Incapable of compromise or flexibility.
4. Not indulgent.

Use 'strict' in a sentence:

1. She's very strict about things like homework.
2. For ten months he adhered to a strict no-fat low-salt diet.
3. She's a very strict disciplinarian.
4. The decree imposed strict censorship of the media.
5. The officer involved was relieved of his duties because he had violated strict guidelines.
6. We will adhere to strict sales ethics, with none of the cold-calling that has given the industry such a bad name.
7. They have very strict gun control in Sweden.
8. She left strict instructions that she was not to be disturbed.
9. County governments should use their powers to ensure strict observance of laws.
10. Moulded by his background, he could not escape the traditional role of strict father.
11. Congress can impose strict conditions on the bank.
12. The company has a strict dress code—all male employees are expected to wear suits.
13. Chen is very strict and serious.
14. Millions of Americans are now strict vegetarians.
15. Local councils should use their powers to ensure strict observance of laws.
16. Discipline in the company was strict and no one shirked.
17. Marine insurance is governed by a strict series of rules and regulations.
18. She's on a very strict diet.
19. This is in the strictest confidence.
20. He later rebelled against his strict religious upbringing.
21. He is strict with students.
22. The report sets out strict inspection procedures to ensure that the recommendations are properly implemented.
23. It wasn't illegal in the strict sense (of the word).
24. She was a very strict Christian who was married to her job.
25. He has a reputation for being a strict disciplinarian.
26. French privacy laws are very strict.
27. My parents were very strict.
28. They were always very strict with their children.
29. Stricter controls were placed on the content of video films.
30. As pope he won wide support for his strict orthodoxy.
31. Strict discipline is imposed on army recruits.
32. Even if you are on a fairly strict diet you can still go out for a good meal.
33. Many cultures still have fairly strict rules about women displaying unbound hair.
34. Father was a strict authoritarian.
35. Strict safety tests are carried out on food additives.
36. All members of the association adhere to a strict code of practice.
37. The condition is usually treated with drugs and a strict diet.
38. The government has set strict limits on public spending this year.
39. Strict security measures are in force in the capital.
40. The EU has set strict limits on pollution levels.
41. The EU has set strict limits on levels of pollution.
42. The company has a strict dress code ─ all male employees are expected to wear suits.
43. The sport has a strict code of conduct.