heavy hand
US /ˈhɛv.i hænd/
UK /ˈhɛv.i hænd/
1.
mano pesante, approccio severo
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.
Il nuovo manager ha la mano pesante quando si tratta di disciplina.
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The government's heavy hand in the economy led to public discontent.
La mano pesante del governo nell'economia ha portato al malcontento pubblico.