tighten the screws
The phrase "tighten the screws" is an idiomatic expression that means to increase pressure, control, or strictness on someone or something in order to ensure compliance, productivity, or stability. It can be used figuratively to indicate the need for greater discipline, efficiency, or supervision in a situation.
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