zero tolerance

noun

1. a policy of very strict, uncompromising enforcement of rules or laws.

zero tolerance

noun

1. 1. the policy of applying laws or penalties to even minor infringements of a code in order to reinforce its overall importance

   2. ( as modifier )

      a zero-tolerance policy on drugs

Word History and Origins

Origin of zero tolerance¹

First recorded in 1935–40

Example Sentences

Messages warning fans of a zero tolerance approach to abusive shouting flashed up on huge screens across the course, saying they would "continue to closely monitor fan behaviour and take appropriate action".

From BBC

Militant activists who identify with Antifa have espoused an uncompromising philosophy of zero tolerance for fascists.

From Los Angeles Times

“We have zero tolerance for direct or implicit threats against government officials,” Essayli wrote in response, adding he’d requested a “full threat assessment” by the U.S.

From Los Angeles Times

He sought reassurances that John Swinney took a "zero tolerance approach to threatening and intimidating behaviour by his ministers".

From BBC

“The Office of County Counsel, and the County as a whole, have zero tolerance for harassment of any kind, and hate crimes are particularly heinous,” Harrison said.

From Los Angeles Times