11. The burden of proof is applied less stringently when children are the victims, 12. She ordered that state regulations be written no more stringently than federal rules. 13. Working from such a sketchy picture, OPEC could tighten supplies too stringently . 14. At Hearst, the corporate culture is focused stringently on the bottom line. 15. He insisted they be held more stringently accountable for their students'achievement. 16. Internet postings are stringently monitored by the Chinese government. 17. Carefully selected state banks, stringently restricted, were provided as a substitute. 18. The Court also examined and rejected claims that she was graded less stringently . 19. All attempts to introduced concepts beyond simple circular motion have been stringently resisted. 20. Localities may regulate vaping more stringently than the state.