strictly

adverb B2 Formal

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Meaning

"Strictly" is used to emphasize that something must be adhered to without exception or deviation.

💡 A common mistake is to confuse "strictly" with "strict," which is an adjective.

Example Sentences

Are you strictly following the rules at work ?

Attendance is strictly required for all scheduled meetings this semester .

The rules are strictly enforced to ensure everyone's safety .

You must strictly follow the rules during the exam .

Word in Context

Every morning the small caf é near my office opens at eight , and people queue quietly to buy coffee . The owner has strictly limited indoor seating , so most customers take their drinks to go and sit in the nearby park . Because the street is busy , employees leave extra time to walk there and avoid being late for the nine o'clock meeting . If the weather is bad , we usually have our hot coffee at our desks while a few colleagues join a video call instead of returning to the caf é.

Common Phrases

strictly speaking strictly necessary strictly prohibited

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