tighten
verb (used with or without object)
tightened
Example Sentences
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When Apple tightened its privacy rules in 2021, it made it harder for Facebook to track users across apps, something Meta estimated cost it $10 billion in lost revenue in 2022.
From Slate ● Oct. 28, 2026
“The 10-year OAT-Bund spread already tightened around 7 basis points both sides on Friday from above 170bp, levels only seen at the height of the sovereign debt crisis in 2011,” the rates strategist says.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 26, 2026
If Warsh signals that financial conditions haven’t tightened enough, it could reinforce expectations for additional rate hikes, resulting in the market pricing in more rate hikes than expected, and interest rates rising.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 25, 2026
Raised eyebrows and brief eye closure increased perceptions of confidence, while lowered brows and tightened eyes suggested uncertainty or doubt.
From BBC ● Oct. 22, 2026
His shoulders tightened, and his hands curled into fists.
From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty
