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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a drastic step" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to a significant or extreme action taken in response to a situation.
Example: "In light of the ongoing crisis, the government decided to take a drastic step to ensure public safety."
Alternatives: "a severe measure" or "an extreme action."
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Such a drastic step is not necessary now".
No other European country has taken such a drastic step.
Switching to a new career is a drastic step.
It is a drastic step, carrying all the pain and risk of any major abdominal operation.
Understanding the legal ramifications of such a drastic step would be crucial.
This is a drastic step, but sometimes only harsh medicine will suffice.
Leaving the banking market completely would clearly be a drastic step, however.
But Major League Baseball is apparently not prepared to take such a drastic step.
The suspension would be a drastic step that could cost European economies billions of euros.
Experts said such a drastic step would have required approval at the highest levels of government.
Because the exemption is irrevocable, why would so many ministers take such a drastic step?
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