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iron fist

/ˈaɪərn fɪst/

Traduction: Expression désignant une manière de gouverner ou de contrôler stricte, dure ou autoritaire, impliquant souvent l'usage de la force ou de l'intimidation.

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/ˈaɪərn fɪst/C1formalpolitical
  • frExpression désignant une manière de gouverner ou de contrôler stricte, dure ou autoritaire, impliquant souvent l'usage de la force ou de l'intimidation.

A phrase describing a strict, harsh, or authoritarian manner of ruling or controlling people or situations, often implying the use of force or intimidation.

  1. Strict or harsh controlB2formal

    A way of ruling or managing with extreme strictness, force, and lack of compassion.

    frpoigne de fer

    • The dictator ruled the country with an iron fist.
    • The manager ran the department with an iron fist, allowing no dissent.
    • The regime maintained its power through an iron fist policy.