Example Sentences

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As the binary tightens, the planet's precession slows while the stars' precession speeds up.

From Science Daily • Apr. 19, 2026

It means the vicious circle tightens and darkens.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

Supply tightens globally; American production and financial inflows strengthen in relative terms.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

As memory supply tightens from AI-driven demand, memory chip makers like Micron have raised prices for components.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 3, 2026

My throat tightens, and I’m afraid I’ll start crying, so I quickly list the first things that I can think of.

From "Amina's Song" by Hena Khan