Definition of Stringent

very strict or severe

Examples of Stringent in a sentence

I was so happy to move out of my parents’ house and escape their stringent rules.  🔊

When Martha was overweight, her doctor put her on stringent diet that left her feeling hungry all the time.  🔊

Airplanes must pass stringent safety tests before they are allowed to be passenger carriers.  🔊

Since the level of violent crimes has not decreased in years, it appears as if more stringent consequences are necessary for those who commit these awful acts.  🔊

Many Americans are keeping their money in overseas banks because the tax laws are less stringent in foreign countries.  🔊

While the traffic laws may appear stringent, they are necessary to keep the roads safe.  🔊

Stringent visa rules are keeping many people from relocating to our country.  🔊

Even though James performed very well as a college undergraduate, he was unable to meet the stringent admission requirements of the medical school.  🔊

Several schools are being closed as a result of the county’s stringent budget crisis.  🔊

After Peter and Karen’s daughter was killed in a car accident, the couple became advocates for the stringent sentencing of drunk drivers.  🔊

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