have been tightening
- present perfect progressive of tighten.
Example Sentences
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Across the industry, major Hollywood studios have been tightening their belts and decreasing their output after overspending during the so-called streaming wars in an effort to compete with Netflix.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 26, 2024
"With the cost of living crisis, people have been tightening their belts and saving money," said Mr Marsden.
From BBC ● Feb. 3, 2024
That will likely be welcomed by policymakers at the European Central Bank who have been tightening monetary policy to try and contain inflation running considerably above their target.
From Reuters ● Jan. 4, 2023
“We have built a machine to create handmade work,” said Mr. Cogan, adding that though entertainment companies have been tightening their belts recently because of the overall economy, documentaries remain a very strong business.
From New York Times ● Dec. 8, 2022
As it is, many households already have been tightening their budgets and eschewing some discretionary items — a trend that has been prompting advertisers to spending less marketing their products and services.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 25, 2022
