• in the strict sense of the word – в строгом смысле слова
См. также: in a market, in word and deed, in accordance with the conditions of, in captivity
None of these images are selfies in the strict sense, but Schwarz closely collaborated with the same artist during these years and controlled his portrayal. (Guardian)
Albany, while not a hotel in the strict sense of the word, has all the services and comforts you would normally associate with a five-star hotel. (Telegraph)
