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Crackdown
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a severe and often sudden enforcement of law or regulations, typically to suppress or control specific activities, behaviors, or groups perceived as problematic or threatening
Examples
The government launched a crackdown on illegal immigration, leading to widespread arrests and deportations.
In response to protests, the authorities initiated a crackdown on dissent, arresting activists and imposing strict censorship measures.
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