clamps

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And then there's old-style physical devices - steering wheel locks or even wheel clamps.

From BBC • Feb. 7, 2026

The Chargers’ defense did an impressive job of putting the clamps on New England’s offense — some nifty runs by Maye notwithstanding — but the offense couldn’t turn those efforts into points.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 11, 2026

And as Miami prepares to face No. 6 Ole Miss in the national semifinal, they’ll aim to put the clamps on star quarterback Trinidad Chambliss.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 7, 2026

Lai, who turns 78 next Monday, has been behind bars since late 2020 as China clamps down on the financial hub to which it promised a separate system when Britain handed it over in 1997.

From Barron's • Dec. 2, 2025

Emma shrieks with excitement, then clamps her hand across her mouth when she remembers she’s supposed to be mad.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller