Stricter

adj

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Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    comparative form of strict: more strict comparative, form-of

    "By some paradoxical evolution rancour and intolerance have been established in the vanguard of primitive Christianity. Mrs. Spoker, in common with many of the stricter disciples of righteousness, was as inclement in demeanour as she was cadaverous in aspect."

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accurateausterecarefulclosedemandingexact

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"Tom's parents are much stricter than Mary's parents."

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