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Synonyms

clamp down

British  

verb

  1. to behave repressively; attempt to repress something regarded as undesirable

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noun

  1. a sudden restrictive measure

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Example Sentences

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The new act is designed to clamp down on supporters without tickets closely following legitimate ticket-holders through turnstiles.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

But the city-state is fighting back, including through tough laws that can compel tech giants to clamp down on fraud -- with scam cases and losses down last year for the first time since 2021.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

And the current deal also comes with notable concessions that clamp down on some of Live Nation’s most risible business practices.

From Slate • Mar. 10, 2026

The seizure of the Grinch signals a more aggressive approach from Western nations to clamp down on the so-called shadow fleet.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026

He didn't clamp down on it; that would pull him out of the airlock.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir

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