special measures

Noun

Meaning

(UK) External administration for a failing public service such as a school or hospital.

(Scotland, law) Judicial systems to protect vulnerable witnesses in courts of law.

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see special,‎ measures.

Examples

I support affirmative action. I support special measures when you need it. Quentin Bryce

Special measures had to be taken in order to undergo the show’s post-production process, while social distancing was maintained. Source: Internet

“Special measures which frankly many of them have not been used since March, and it begs the question why does the Government need these special powers? Source: Internet

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