tying
Americanverb
Example Sentences
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The 21-year-old James has played in five consecutive games, tying his longest stretch of his second pro season.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
Other Fed officials have made similar arguments tying growth to technology.
From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026
But they often graduate with significant student debt and spend years tying up money in building their practices.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026
With CDs, you are committing to tying up your cash for a set period.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026
Somkit and Pong hopped out and began tying up the boat.
From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat
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