Rechercher
to the letter
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à la lettre
in a very precise and exact way and with great attention to detail
Exemple
I followed the instructions to the letter and it still went wrong.
She thinks recipes must be followed to the letter.
I want you to follow those rules to the letter.
The builders may have adhered to the letter of the law, but not its spirit.
The chef followed the recipe to the letter, making sure not to miss a single jot or tittle in the preparation.
