serrer la vis
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serrer la vis
A verb phrase is a group of words that functions as a verb in a sentence to convey an action, condition, or state (e.g., jeter un sort, avoir faim).
1. (colloquial) (figurative) (to be stricter)
A word or phrase that is commonly used in conversational speech (e.g., skinny, grandma).
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
a. to crack down
Après les retards répétés de plusieurs employés, la directrice a décidé de serrer la vis.After several employees' repeated delays, the manager decided to crack down.
b. to tighten the screws (colloquial) (figurative)
A word or phrase that is commonly used in conversational speech (e.g., skinny, grandma).
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
L'usurier a serré la vis à ses débiteurs en exigeant un remboursement plus rapide.The moneylender tightened the screws on his debtors by demanding quicker repayment.
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