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strict

Pronunciation: [strɪkt]

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Learn how to use strict in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “rules”

(adjective) when someone or something enforces rules very firmly or does not allow any breaking of those rules. If a teacher has strict rules, the students must follow them closely without any exceptions.

Example

The coach has strict training rules that help the team improve.

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Without strict guidelines, the project could have failed.

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Why do you think the teacher is so strict about homework?

Context: “behavior”

(adjective) when someone is very serious or harsh about how others behave. A strict parent expects their child to behave well and not misbehave.

Example

Her strict behavior made her students respect her.

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He is not strict at all; he often lets his kids do whatever they want.

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Do you think being strict is necessary for good behavior?

Context: “requirements”

(adjective) when something must follow specific and often demanding standards or conditions. A strict deadline means you must finish your work exactly by that time.

Example

They have a strict deadline for submitting the project.

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There was no strict deadline, which led to many delays.

Example

Is the deadline for this assignment strict or flexible?

How to pronounce strict

Pronunciation: [strɪkt]

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