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Not AbsolutePlay
Sometimes used to indicate that there may be exceptions, despite seeming strict. SlideEven with hard and fast rules, there can be special cases.
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Cultural NuancePlay
In different cultures, what's considered 'hard and fast' can vary widely. SlideWhat's a hard and fast tradition here may not be so in another country.
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Emotional WeightPlay
Can indicate frustration when someone feels constricted by rules. SlideShe disliked the hard and fast dress code.