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clampdown

Pronunciation: /ˈklampdaʊn/

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Definition of clampdown

noun

informal

a concerted or harsh attempt to suppress something:a clampdown on crime

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Definition of clampdown in the US English dictionary

Nearby words

clamorous
clamour
clamp ¹
clamp ²
clamp down
clampdown
clamshell
clan
Clancy, Tom
clandestine
clang

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