tie
verb (used with object)
to bind, fasten, or attach with a cord, string, or the like, drawn together and knotted.
ties
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pluralof tie.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
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present tense formof tie (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
tieverb (used with object)to bind, fasten, or attach with a cord, string, or the like, drawn together and knotted.
Example Sentences
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Polls show deepening ties with Europe has broad public support in Canada.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026
Americans 4 Security PAC, which has spent more than $6 million backing Calvert, sent out fliers highlighting Trump and Kim’s ties, the Orange County Register reported.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 30, 2026
The United States on Wednesday imposed sanctions on the Rwandan defence ministry and a financial institution in the central African country over their alleged ties to the M23 armed group fighting in DR Congo.
From Barron's ● Oct. 29, 2026
Thursday and Friday's summit will be closely watched for details on how Canada and the European bloc deepen their ties.
From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026
There was a bulkhead at the end of the lawn made out of railroad ties.
From "Homecoming" by Cynthia Voigt
