heavy hand

US /ˈhɛv.i hænd/
UK /ˈhɛv.i hænd/
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main lourde, manière autoritaire

a way of dealing with people or situations that is too strict or forceful

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The new manager has a heavy hand when it comes to discipline.
Le nouveau manager a la main lourde en matière de discipline.
The government's heavy hand in the economy led to public discontent.
La main lourde du gouvernement dans l'économie a conduit au mécontentement public.