noun
a member of an ancient Jewish sect, distinguished by strict observance of the traditional and written law, and commonly held to have pretensions to superior sanctity
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The Pharisee was known for strictly adhering to religious laws and traditions.
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The Pharisee always made sure to follow every rule in the book.
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That Pharisee is such a stickler for the rules.
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She was a Pharisee when it came to cleanliness, everything had to be spotless.