Meaning Of The Word Clamp down

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clamp down
phrasal verb: To clamp down on people or activities means to take strong official action to stop or control them.

clamp down in American English
to become more strict

clamp down in British English
noun: a sudden restrictive measure
verb: to behave repressively; attempt to repress something regarded as undesirable

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