clamp
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But the spontaneity that charmed tourists and supported street vendors in Vietnam's capital has subsided in recent months as authorities clamp down on illegal use of footpaths.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
But it is facing more pressure to clamp down on so-called “side quests” that aren’t helping it meaningfully boost revenue.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026
They also warn the rules could be misused to target critics and clamp down on dissent.
From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026
"Most of the experiments were conducted using the patch clamp method," explains Christian Grimm, an expert in techniques that measure electrical activity in lysosomal membranes.
From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026
I clamp my eyes shut, hold my breath...and dial.
From "The House That Lou Built" by Mae Respicio
Vocabulary lists containing clamp
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