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Meaning of the word "come down on" in English

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come down on

US /kʌm daʊn ɑn/
UK /kʌm daʊn ɑn/
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Phrasal Verb

1.

to criticize or punish someone severely

Example:
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The teacher will come down on you heavily if you don't finish your homework.
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The government is expected to come down on tax evaders.
Synonym:
reprimandchastiserebukecensurelambaste
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come downcome down withcomecome incomelycome bycome in for