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The strict rule kept everyone safe.
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firm about rules.
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Firm about rules and expecting them to be followed closely.
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A strict teacher may expect careful work.
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The debate asked whether strict guidelines improve fairness or limit choice.
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Strict means firm about rules.
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MeaningStrict means firm about rules.
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firmClose in meaning when strict means firm about rules.
rule-followingClose in meaning when strict means firm about rules.
demandingClose in meaning when strict means firm about rules.
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strictly
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strictness
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