clamp down (on) (Meaning)

clamp down (on)

to try harder to punish (people who are doing something that is not legal or proper), to work harder to stop (a crime)

The government clamped down on hate speech to prevent the spread of harmful rhetoric.
The police clamped down on illegal street vending to maintain order and safety.
The school clamped down on tardiness to foster punctuality and improve attendance.
The company clamped down on unauthorized overtime to avoid employee burnout and ensure compliance.
The financial regulator clamped down on excessive risk-taking to protect investors and maintain stability.
The community clamped down on underage drinking to address concerns over youth safety and health.
The management clamped down on workplace harassment to create a respectful and inclusive environment.
The environmental agency clamped down on illegal waste dumping to preserve natural resources and protect public health.
The border patrol clamped down on human trafficking to combat organized crime and protect vulnerable individuals.
The media clamped down on the spread of misinformation to ensure the public was informed with accurate and reliable news.

to try harder to punish (people who are doing something that is not legal or proper), to work harder to stop (a crime)

quell, suppress, crack down (on), subdue, sit on, crush,repress, squelch, stifle, snuff (out)

back, help, aid,assist, support, encourage, forward, abet,prop up, provoke

The government clamped down on hate speech to prevent the spread of harmful rhetoric.

The police clamped down on illegal street vending to maintain order and safety.

The school clamped down on tardiness to foster punctuality and improve attendance.

The company clamped down on unauthorized overtime to avoid employee burnout and ensure compliance.