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The phrase "a strict sense" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used to refer to a precise or exact interpretation of a term or concept.
Example: "In a strict sense, the term 'democracy' refers to a system of government in which the people exercise power directly or through elected representatives."
Alternatives: "a precise definition" or "a literal interpretation".
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Something can be in a category by reduction in two different ways: in a broad sense (large) and in a strict sense (stricte).
In a strict sense that is certainly true.
In a strict sense, the order Neuroptera includes only the lacewings.
Offices are organised with incredibly flat hierarchies to instil a strict sense of "sameness" and equality.
"We do have a strict sense of identity about what we're doing," Louder admits.
Epicureanism, in a strict sense, the philosophy taught by Epicurus (341 270 bce).
He was a dynamic boss with a strict sense of priorities".
He knows too well that the kitchen operates best with a strict sense of order.
Asian students display a fierce commitment to education, a powerful work ethic and a strict sense of discipline.
In a strict sense, the life spans in such instances are not comparable to those forms that are sexually produced.
In a strict sense, the government's economic policies are not a gamble – a gamble has some probability of success.
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