draconian measure

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/dreɪˈkoʊniən ˈmɛʒər/

1

an extremely severe action, policy, or rule, seen as excessive or unjust

Critics called the new law a draconian measure.
The government imposed draconian measures to control protests.
That punishment was a draconian measure for a minor offense.
Some see curfews as draconian measures with little effect.
The school's draconian measure shocked parents.