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Enforcement Power

Refers to a law or rule's ability to be imposed effectively.

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The environmental law has teeth due to the heavy fines for non-compliance.
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Serious Consequences

Indicates that there will be significant penalties if the rule is broken.

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Beware, the company's new policy has teeth—violators will be suspended immediately.
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Implying Urgency

Suggests the matter is important and requires immediate attention.

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The boss said the guidelines have teeth and must be applied at once.
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