(of troops) highly disciplined; not infringe on civilians' interests
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(of an army) to be highly disciplined and not infringe on the interests of the people in the slightest
formalOriginally referred to not taking even the smallest things (autumn down) from the people. Used to praise strict military discipline. Can also be used metaphorically for any organization or person with strict self-discipline.
The People's Liberation Army is highly disciplined and does not infringe on the interests of the common people at all.
Wherever this troop went, they were scrupulously disciplined and deeply loved by the masses.
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He manages the company like leading troops, treating employees with scrupulous fairness, so everyone respects him greatly.
Wise generals of ancient times always strove to be scrupulously disciplined and not infringe on the people during military campaigns.