– imposing controls means putting rules, limits, or restrictions to control an activity or situation.
Examples:
- The government is imposing controls on the price of rice.
→ The government is setting limits or rules to keep rice prices stable. - They are imposing controls on pollution.
→ They are introducing measures to reduce pollution.
– turn the screw means to increase pressure, control, or punishment.
Examples:
- The teacher turned the screw on the students before the exams.
→ The teacher became stricter or increased pressure to make them study. - The government turned the screw on tax evaders.
→ The government took tougher actions against people who don’t pay taxes.
So, “turn the screw” = to tighten control or make a situation more difficult to force results.
– will be extended beyond means will last longer than or will go further than.
Examples:
- The deadline will be extended beyond Friday.
→ The deadline will be moved to a later date, after Friday. - The project will be extended beyond the city limits.
→ The project will continue into areas outside the city.