draconian

a draconian legal code; draconian budget cuts.

There has been an overall growth in population,despite some draconian efforts to contain it.

The government implemented draconian measures to control the spread of the virus.

The company faced criticism for its draconian policies towards employees.

She was punished with draconian punishment for breaking the rules.

The dictator ruled with a draconian hand, suppressing any opposition.

The school's draconian dress code was met with resistance from students.

The company's draconian cost-cutting measures led to a decrease in employee morale.

The new law imposed draconian penalties for environmental violations.

The coach had a reputation for his draconian training methods.

The country's draconian censorship laws restricted freedom of speech.

The organization faced backlash for its draconian approach to discipline.