= exigent, adj. 3.
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释义 | society > authority > strictness > [adjective] > exacting (6) exigeant1789 = exigent, adj. 3. exigent1790 Requiring a great deal; demanding more than is reasonable; exacting. Cf. slightly earlier exigeant, adj. With of. Often also in neutral sense… exactive1822 Disposed to exact or be exacting. Const. of. exacting1847 Of persons, their feelings, temper, etc.: That requires or is disposed to require too great advantages, exertions, or sacrifices. sweaty1919 Causing sweat. Severe, demanding. colloquial. ball-busting1978 = ball-breaking, adj. |
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