How is the word mano dura translated from Spanish to English

Actuación severa de la policía contra algo.

Strong action by police against something.

noun
English translation
crackdown

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  • Hay mano dura contra el exceso de velocidad. There is a crackdown on speeding.

  • La policía lanzó el fin de semana pasado una ofensiva contra las carreras callejeras. The police initiated a crackdown on street racing last weekend.

  • La mano dura redujo a la mitad las carreras callejeras. The crackdown cut street racing in half.

  • ¿Te enteraste de la ofensiva municipal contra el ruido? Did you hear about the city's crackdown on noise violations?

  • Los vecinos aplaudieron la mano dura con los bares ruidosos. Locals welcomed the crackdown on noisy bars.

  • La ofensiva se saldó con numerosas detenciones y multas. The crackdown led to numerous arrests and fines.

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FAQ about “mano dura”

How is “mano dura” translated from Spanish?
“mano dura” translates into English as “crackdown”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “mano dura” mean?
Meaning of “mano dura”: Actuación severa de la policía contra algo. In English — “crackdown”.
What part of speech is “mano dura”?
“mano dura” is a noun.
Where can I see examples with “mano dura”?
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