A clampdown is a sudden restriction on a particular activity by a government or other authority.

What does clampdown mean?

(Entry 1 of 2) : the act or action of making regulations and restrictions more stringent a clampdown on charge accounts, bank loans, and other inflationary influences — Time. clamp down. verb.

Is there such a word as hilarity?

cheerfulness; merriment; mirthfulness. boisterous gaiety or merriment.