clamp
noun
a device, usually of some rigid material, for strengthening or supporting objects or fastening them together.
have clamped
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present perfectof clamp.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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The Uzbek referee should have clamped down earlier, shown his authority and given the impression that the rough tactics would not be tolerated.
From BBC ● Jul. 5, 2026
With the understanding that nothing dispels an air of mystery like a hashtag, a number of modern speakeasy successors have clamped down on social-media posts or even phone use altogether.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 14, 2026
Assuming Jackson is healthy, the two backs are likely to share the load for USC Saturday against the Irish, who have clamped down in recent weeks against the run.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 14, 2025
After allowing 181 points in going 1-4 in their five outings, the Broncos have clamped down to allow 67 points in their past four.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 13, 2023
"They must have clamped him into some mock-up," Scriven murmured.
From The Brain by Alexander Blade
