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Definition:

Crackdown refers to a rigorous and forceful action taken by authorities to suppress or control certain activities or behavior.

Senses:

1. (Noun) A severe or stringent law enforcement action:

The government launched a crackdown on illegal gambling in the city.

2. (Noun) An intense and determined effort to stop or eliminate something:

The organization initiated a crackdown on pollution by organizing clean-up campaigns.

3. (Verb) To take strong and decisive action against illegal or unacceptable behavior:

The police crackdowned on drug dealers, resulting in many arrests.

Sample Sentences:

• The government's crackdown on tax evasion has led to increased revenue.
• The school implemented a strict crackdown on bullying to ensure a safe environment for students.
• The police conducted a massive crackdown on organized crime, dismantling several criminal networks.
• The company is facing a crackdown for violating environmental regulations.

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