Example Sentences

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China, which supplies 10% of the world’s fertilizer exports, clamped down on its exports in February and tightened them further in April, contributing to the rising costs.

From Salon • May 15, 2026

A DHS spokeswoman said Noem serves at the pleasure of the president and has successfully clamped down on inefficiencies to save billions of dollars, calling her efforts “a roaring success.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

Jakarta sent the shipment back as it clamped down on scrap iron and steel imports amid a scandal over alleged radioactive contamination of food products.

From Barron's • Jan. 14, 2026

When Europe's top five leagues followed Fifa's lead and clamped down on time-wasting in 2023-24, it actually worked - and all enjoyed high ball-in-play time.

From BBC • Nov. 12, 2025

A table was hinged so it could be pulled up flat against the wall and clamped there.

From "Homecoming" by Cynthia Voigt