tighten (something) up

Related to word: tighten

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Definition

  1. to strengthen a rule, system, or law, making it harder to evade or disregard

    使規則、制度、法律更加嚴格

    • Recently, the government decided to tighten up the laws regarding cybersecurity to prevent data breaches, making the regulations more stringent.

      最近,政府決定加強網絡安全法律,以防止數據洩露,使法規更加嚴格。

    • In response to the rising crime rates, the police have announced that they will tighten up enforcement, making it harder for criminals to evade punishment.

      針對犯罪率上升,警方宣布將加強執法,使犯罪分子更難逃避懲罰。

    • After the investigation, the school decided to tighten up the rules to improve student discipline.

      調查後,學校決定加強規則以改善學生紀律。