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are tying
  • present progressive of tie.

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Others are tying the knot later in life, once they have their own assets.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

Ms Skellon said it was "love at first sight" for the couple, who are tying the knot in September.

From BBC • Aug. 25, 2023

So, OK, let’s talk about not just why schools are tying themselves up in knots about this, but what they should actually do.

From New York Times • Aug. 18, 2023

Even the morning low temperatures are tying historic records.

From Washington Times • Jul. 11, 2023

But they give the signal of departure, for they are tying a tame bear to the sledge.

From The International Monthly, Volume 3, No. 3, June, 1851 by Various