He's very legalistic, so let's hope the law is just and merciful as well as strict.
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Legalistic
Synonyms for "legalistic" (34 found)
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His legalistic tendencies irritated his neighbors, especially since they had to defend themselves against his frivolous suits.
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She was legalistic in her observation of religious rules and traditions.
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the European Union is legalistic, bureaucratic and runs by precedent.
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