to the letter
Example Sentences
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Apple is frustratingly good at curating to the letter what it chooses to say, even in private.
From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026
The New York ceremony, scheduled on the same day, is expected go forward while an alternative celebration for Los Angeles-based nominees will take place at a later date, according to the letter.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 1, 2026
Shaw says a change of leadership is needed to address CoStar’s underperformance, according to the letter, which was seen by The Wall Street Journal.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 4, 2026
Like the goalkeepers law a referee would not be expected to apply it strictly to the letter but to use it as a genuine deterrent.
From BBC • Jan. 19, 2026
Most other procedures had to be followed to the letter, many of them having to do with not opening more than one gate at a time, to ensure the strictest control over inmate movement.
From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover
