clamped down

Meanings

• Verb

  To secure or restrain something or someone forcefully and usually unexpectedly.

  - "The police clamped down on protests with riot gear and tear gas."
  - "My sister clamped down on my phone usage when I was grounded."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with clamped down
camp down , clasp down , champ down

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Variants

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clamp down , clamped down , clamping down , clamps down , clamp down on , clamped down on , clamping down on , clamps down on

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Etymology

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The phrase 'clamp down' is believed to have originated from the nautical term 'clamp down the hatch,' which means to securely close a hatch or cover.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'clamp down' was first used in print in the early 20th century.

2. In some countries, the term 'clamp down' is also used to describe the action of a debt collector seizing assets to pay off debts.

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Related Concepts

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1. law enforcement: The practice of using force or authority to enforce laws or maintain order.

2. authoritarianism: A political ideology characterized by centralized power, strict obedience to authority, and limited individual freedoms.

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Culture

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The term 'clamp down' has been used extensively in popular culture, including music genres like punk rock and hip hop, where it often refers to a heavy-handed police response or an authoritarian attitude.

How to Memorize "clamped down"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a police officer firmly closing a metal gate or a lid being slammed shut.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'clamp' with 'down' and remember it as a verb meaning to secure or restrain.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a sentence: 'Clamping down on crime is crucial for a peaceful society.'

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