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stringent

Adjective

IPA /ˈstrɪndʒənt/

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Very strict and demanding, with rules or conditions that must be followed carefully and fully.

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stringent/ˈstrɪndʒənt/

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Strict requirements are set
Every requirement is carefully checked
Only qualifying applications pass

Stringent requirements are strict and demanding.

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The campsite has stringent rules about fires during dry weather.
All candidates must meet the programme's stringent entry requirements.

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stringent — Very strict and demanding, with rules or conditions that must be followed carefully and fully.

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Very strict and demanding, with rules or conditions that must be followed carefully and fully.

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Word origin

From Latin stringent-, meaning drawing tight, from stringere.

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Stringent often combines with rules, regulations, conditions, requirements or checks.

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