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clamp down on

1 of 1verb
/klæmp daʊn ɑ:n/
Forms:clamps down on,clamping down on,clamped down on,clamped down on
1

to take strict measures to control or suppress something, often via enforcing rules or regulations

  • The government decided to clamp down on illegal immigration by increasing border security.
  • The school administration had to clamp down on cheating during exams to maintain academic integrity.
  • The police are determined to clamp down on street crime and ensure the safety of citizens.
  • The company had to clamp down on unauthorized access to sensitive information to protect its data.
  • The city authorities announced plans to clamp down on noise pollution through stricter regulations.
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