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strict regulation

[strɪkt ˌreɡjuˈleɪʃən]
noun phrasepl: strict regulations
regulação rigorosa
1. A rule or law that is enforced strictly with little or no flexibility or exceptions
The company implemented strict regulations to ensure workplace safety.
A empresa implementou regulações rigorosas para garantir a segurança no local de trabalho.
2. A set of official rules that must be followed precisely and without deviation
Strict regulations on food handling are essential in restaurants.
Regulações rigorosas sobre o manuseio de alimentos são essenciais em restaurantes.
Synonyms
stringent rulesrigid regulationssevere restrictionstight rules
Antonyms
loose regulationsflexible guidelineslenient rulespermissive policies

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
regulação rigorosa
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
regulamentação rigorosa
More formal variant used in official contexts
Portugal
regulamentação rigorosa
Preferred in official and legal documents

Related Idioms & Phrases

by the book
follow the rules
letra da lei
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