clampdown

[ klamp-doun ]

noun

1. crackdown.

Word History and Origins

Origin of clampdown¹

First recorded in 1935–40; noun use of verb phrase clamp down

Example Sentences

While Netflix may want more paying users, it’s unlikely to initiate the no-holds-barred clampdown that moochers are worried about.

From Quartz

Some argue that the recent clampdown on Jack Ma’s internet empire signals Beijing’s growing unease with the country’s super-rich and private-sector power brokers.

From TechCrunch

They also often don’t detail how Apple will financially benefit from the shift to subscriptions that will result from this mobile ad clampdown.

From TechCrunch

However, the clampdown or shutdown has only granted permission to smart businesses to connect more directly with their customers.

From Search Engine Watch

Some argue that the clampdown is a long time coming for China’s internet giants, which have been allowed to grow under a relatively loose regulatory environment.

From TechCrunch

There is no doubt that meth is destructive, and a clampdown is justified.

From The Daily Beast

Critical journalists continue to languish in prison and inside the courtrooms the breadth of the clampdown is on full display.

From The Daily Beast

Since Francis seemed to be the polar opposite, they had every reason to hope the clampdown would be lifted.

From The Daily Beast

The clampdown on media has also raised red flags among rights activists in the country.

From The Daily Beast

To a degree, the bonus clampdown is just a deferred recognition of reality.

From The Daily Beast

Related Words

• crackdown
• embargo
• repression
• restriction