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Clampdown

Description:

Clampdown refers to a strict, authoritative action or measure taken by authorities to impose restrictions, control, or suppress certain activities or behaviors. It can be used to describe government actions, organizational policies, or any form of stringent regulation.

Sample Sentences:

As a noun:

1. The government implemented a clampdown on illegal immigration.
2. The recent clampdown on illegal drug trafficking has led to a decrease in crime rates.
3. The company announced a clampdown on personal use of office equipment.

As a verb:

1. The police plan to clampdown on speeding in residential areas.
2. The school decided to clampdown on bullying by implementing a zero-tolerance policy.
3. The supervisor clamped down on unauthorized breaks in the workplace.

As an adjective:

1. The clampdown measures have caused inconvenience for commuters.
2. During the clampdown period, freedom of speech was severely restricted.
3. Protesters faced clampdown reactions from the authorities.

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