an iron fist
US /æn ˈaɪərn fɪst/
UK /æn ˈaɪərn fɪst/
1.
mão de ferro, com rigor
to rule or control with strict and often harsh authority
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The dictator ruled his country with an iron fist.
O ditador governou seu país com mão de ferro.
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She manages her team with an iron fist, ensuring everyone follows the rules.
Ela gerencia sua equipe com mão de ferro, garantindo que todos sigam as regras.