Many puritans sought to build communities governed by strict moral codes and religious devotion.

Puritans debated how strictly to observe Sabbath rituals in the new colony.

She puritanically rejected any suggestion that might seem indulgent, insisting on simplicity in every aspect of her life.

Her grandmother's puritanism made any hint of vanity or leisure seem sinful.

Puritanism influenced the colony's laws, shaping a community wary of pleasures and devoted to strict moral discipline.

The puritanicals in the committee objected to the new art exhibit, calling it indecent.

The historian wrote extensively about the puritanisms that shaped social norms in the seventeenth century.

Her puritanic views on leisure made her unpopular at the seaside resort.

The revivalist tried to puritanize the congregation with stern sermons and strict discipline.

The committee is puritanizing the festival by banning all music and games.