Meanings
How to pronounce "bring down the hammer":
AU
To treat very harshly.
Example Sentences
1
The judge threatened to bring down the hammer if the witness continued to be uncooperative.
2
The company CEO decided to bring down the hammer and fire all the employees involved in the scandal.
3
The principal had no choice but to bring down the hammer and expel the student for bringing a weapon to school.
4
The manager decided to bring down the hammer and enforce stricter policies to improve productivity.
5
The judge decided to bring down the hammer and sentenced the criminal to life in prison.
