The government is planning to clamp down on illegal activities.

I always mark down the prices during the end-of-season sale.

I decided to double down on my investment in the stock market.

I was bogged down with work and couldn't find a way out.

The constant friction can wear down the surface of the table.

The police chased down the suspect and arrested him.

We have been working hard to nail down the details of the project.

He decided to stand down from his position as CEO.

It took a lot of effort, but we were finally able to pin down the facts.

They decided to tear down the old building and construct a new one.