Harsh rule, metaphorically Crossword Clue
9 letters · New York Times · Wednesday, December 6, 2023 · 17-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Wednesday, December 6, 2023.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · December 6, 2023 · 17-Across · 9 letters
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The act of exercising power, rules, or discipline in an overly strict, domineering, or tyrannical way.
noun
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