Crackdown

Pronunciation: /ˈkrækˌdaʊn/

Crackdown (noun)

  1. A government or authority uses strong actions to stop illegal or harmful behaviour.
  2. A sudden, serious effort to control a problem by using more force, rules, or checks than before.

Examples

  • The city launched a crackdown on illegal parking.
  • They support a crackdown to enforce safety rules.