Meaning & use
Punctiliously
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In a way that shows extremely careful attention to detail, rules, or correct behavior.
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She punctiliously followed every step of the safety protocol.
He answered each question punctiliously, leaving nothing out.
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Derived from "punctilio," meaning a fine point of etiquette or procedure, itself from the Italian "puntiglio," a small point.
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