strictly
/ˈstɹɪktli/ adverb B2- In a strict manner. · He adhered strictly to the diet his doctor prescribed.
- In a limited manner; only.
- In a narrow or limited sense. · That term refers strictly to smaller birds.
- In a manner that applies to every member of a set or every interval of a function.
Comparative strictlier · Superlative strictliest
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It was still more impossible to remain in the department of the Oise, one of the most open and strictly guarded in France; this was quite out of the question, especially to a man like Andrea, perfectly conversant with criminal matters.
Of course, Doctor Watson, this is strictly between ourselves.
I’d sooner see you doing strictly as you’re told.
“I’ll settle Miss Anne when she comes home,” said Marilla grimly, as she shaved up kindlings with a carving knife and with more vim than was strictly necessary.
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