gun control
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of gun control
First recorded in 1960–65
Example Sentences
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The day after the shooting, national cabinet - which includes representatives from the federal government and leaders from all states and territories - agreed to tighten gun controls.
From BBC
Since the shooting, Albanese is leading a state-federal push for stricter gun control, after the older assailant was found to have six licensed guns.
From Barron's
Away from the big screen, Reiner was also known for his political and social activism, often speaking out on issues ranging from climate change to gun control.
From BBC
Leaders from every state and territory met to weigh up tougher gun control measures, a lever they pulled the last time Australia experienced something even remotely like this.
From BBC
Tough gun controls were introduced in Australia after a 1996 shooting killed 35 people in the Tasmanian town of Port Arthur.
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