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The Clue

Like a martinet (6 letter answer)

The Answer

STRICT

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Notes

The answer STRICT is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 800 puzzles.

Related Clues

Absolute
Austere
Exact
Narrow
Precise
Severe
Unbending
Uncompromising
Unyielding
Hard; rigid
Holding to the letter
Inflexible about rules

Definition

STRICT as an adjective:

1. (hard-and-fast, strict) = (of rules) stringently enforced; "hard-and-fast rules"
2. (rigorous, strict) = rigidly accurate; allowing no deviation from a standard; "rigorous application of the law"; "a strict vegetarian"
3. (nonindulgent, strict) = characterized by strictness, severity, or restraint
4. (rigid, strict) = incapable of compromise or flexibility
5. (stern, strict, exacting) = severe and unremitting in making demands; "an exacting instructor"; "a stern disciplinarian"; "strict standards"