Meaning of the word "clamp down on" in English
What does "clamp down on" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
clamp down on
US /klæmp daʊn ɑːn/
UK /klæmp daʊn ɑːn/
Phrasal Verb
1.
to become more strict about something, or to try to stop something bad from happening
Example:
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The police are clamping down on illegal parking.
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The government plans to clamp down on tax evasion.
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