The phrasal verb "crack down on" means to use strong authority to stop something. It is used to indicate firm measures against misbehavior or illegality.
Phrasal Verb: "crack down on" significa usar una autoridad fuerte para detener algo. Se usa para indicar medidas enérgicas contra el mal comportamiento o la ilegalidad.
| Phrasal Verb | crack down on |
|---|---|
| Definition | to use strong authority |
| Examples | - The school needs to crack down on students who are late to class. It's becoming a big problem. - The town council has decided to crack down on kids drinking in the market square. |
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