stretch tightly

Frequency: 6.89.5 per million words

to pull something until it is tight and not loose

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Examples (10)

  • Stretch the fabric tightly over the frame.
  • The rope was stretched tightly across the river.
  • She had to stretch the bandage tightly around his arm.
  • The artist always stretches the canvas tightly before applying paint.
  • To prevent leaks, you must stretch the plastic film tightly over the container.
  • The drum skin needs to be stretched tightly for the best sound.
  • He carefully stretched the wires tightly between the posts.
  • Make sure the tent fly is stretched tightly to shed water effectively.
  • The elastic material will stretch tightly to fit various sizes.
  • With great effort, they managed to stretch the net tightly across the court.