Crackdown

usgb/ˈkrækdaʊn/
noun

A serious attempt to punish people for certain behaviors or crimes.

The police have launched a crackdown on illegal parking.
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  • government crackdown
  • crackdown on crime

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Enforcement Intensity

Crackdown implies strict and severe actions to enforce rules or laws.

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The city announced a strict crackdown on jaywalking to improve pedestrian safety.
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Sudden Action

Crackdown often suggests a sudden or recent increase in enforcing laws or rules.

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There's been a sudden crackdown on noise pollution in residential areas.
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Specific Target

A crackdown usually targets a particular behavior, activity, or group.

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The government announced a crackdown on tax evasion by large corporations.
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