clamps down (Meaning)
clamps down
to act in a strict and forceful manner to stop something, to impose restrictions, the act or action of making regulations and restrictions more stringent
Synonyms & Antonyms of clamps down
clamps down Sentence Examples
- The mechanic clamps down on the bolts to secure the engine.
- The carpenter clamps down the wood pieces to join them firmly.
- The surgeon clamps down on the blood vessels during the surgery.
- The clamp mechanism clamps down on the pipe, preventing water leakage.
- The vise clamps down on the metal sheet, holding it in place for cutting.
- The lock clamps down on the door, securing it against entry.
- The crab clamps down on its prey with its powerful claws.
- The authorities decide to clamp down on illegal activities to maintain order.
- The government clamps down on spending to control its budget.
- The dog clamps down on the bone, refusing to let it go.
FAQs About the word clamps down
to act in a strict and forceful manner to stop something, to impose restrictions, the act or action of making regulations and restrictions more stringent
arrests, stamps, reins (in), brakes, stanches, squashes,turns back, checks,holds back, aborts
proceeds, advances, carries on, runs on, progresses,continues,follows through (with), keeps up, drives, impels
The mechanic clamps down on the bolts to secure the engine.
The carpenter clamps down the wood pieces to join them firmly.
The surgeon clamps down on the blood vessels during the surgery.
The clamp mechanism clamps down on the pipe, preventing water leakage.
