Examples of tighten in a Sentence
She tightened her hold on the handle.
tighten the straps on the backpack so that the load doesn't shift while hiking
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Regular cleaning, lubrication, and tightening bolts help prevent breakdowns and extend your garage door's life.
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Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 17 June 2026
Researchers warn of an ‘industry-wide chilling effect’ tied to tightening budgets and political backlash, arguing streamers must double down on inclusive storytelling to stay profitable with a rapidly diversifying youth audience.
—Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2026
Berman’s bill, Assembly Bill 1130, would tighten existing law by requiring both parties to disclose when money has been exchanged to promote a candidate or initiative.
—Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 17 June 2026
Any major storm could potentially impact Gulf Coast refineries, tighten fuel supplies and push prices higher.
—Dj Simmons, Charlotte Observer, 17 June 2026
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Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 17 June 2026
Researchers warn of an ‘industry-wide chilling effect’ tied to tightening budgets and political backlash, arguing streamers must double down on inclusive storytelling to stay profitable with a rapidly diversifying youth audience.
—Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2026
Berman’s bill, Assembly Bill 1130, would tighten existing law by requiring both parties to disclose when money has been exchanged to promote a candidate or initiative.
—Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 17 June 2026
Any major storm could potentially impact Gulf Coast refineries, tighten fuel supplies and push prices higher.
—Dj Simmons, Charlotte Observer, 17 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for tighten
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“Tighten.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tighten. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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