tie tightly
Frequency: 7.822.4 per million words
to fasten with a string or rope
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Examples (10)
- He made sure to tie the knot tightly so it wouldn't come undone.
- Please tie your shoelaces tightly before you run.
- She carefully tied the ribbon tightly around the gift box.
- The sailor learned to tie the mooring ropes tightly to prevent the boat from drifting.
- If you don't tie the plastic bag tightly, the contents might spill.
- The nurse had to tie the bandage tightly to stop the bleeding.
- For security, the gate was tied tightly with a strong chain.
- He advised me to tie the bundle tightly to keep everything secure during transport.
- Always tie down your luggage tightly on the roof rack.
- She used a strong elastic band to tie her hair back tightly.