1
as in jam
a crowded mass (as of cars) that impedes or blocks movement
a tie-up at the junction of Main and Central has slowed traffic to a crawl
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in partnership
the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters)
in a tie-up with the film studio, the toy company is producing a whole line of figures featuring characters from the animated movie
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
as in to impede
to create difficulty for the work or activity of
an accident is tying up traffic at 5th and Broadway
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of tie-up
Jennifer Elias,
CNBC,
12 June 2026
The tie-up means investors will be buying in at a historically high price — but Musk combined the companies at great cost to himself and also SpaceX.
—
Andrew J. Hawkins,
The Verge,
12 June 2026
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
The final space to be completed was her studio, which was tied up in its own bundle of emotions.
—
Stacy Lambe,
PEOPLE,
16 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for tie-up
Noun
As SpaceX was poised to hit the Nasdaq following the largest initial public offering on record, Elon Musk's second-in-command, Gwynne Shotwell, didn't dismiss the possibility of an eventual tie-up with Tesla, Musk's other trillion-dollar company.
—
Jennifer Elias,
CNBC,
12 June 2026
The tie-up means investors will be buying in at a historically high price — but Musk combined the companies at great cost to himself and also SpaceX.
—
Andrew J. Hawkins,
The Verge,
12 June 2026
Verb
Dooley and Kemp were then tied up in a possible pay-to-play scandal dating back to the early days of Kemp's time in the governor's mansion.
—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
The final space to be completed was her studio, which was tied up in its own bundle of emotions.
—
Stacy Lambe,
PEOPLE,
16 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for tie-up
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tie-up
Noun
-
In the background, the soft morning sunlight casts a warm glow, illuminating a spread of orange juice, tea, and a baguette sandwich with butter and jam.
-
Stick to whole grapes instead of grape juice, raisins, or jams, as these have more sugar and fewer nutritional benefits.
Noun
-
The Broadway production has also formed an official partnership with mental health nonprofit Project Healthy Minds to reduce barriers to care by making support options for mental health services easily accessible to those in need.
-
Leo July 23 – August 22 Quiet time reveals what partnership truly needs.
Verb
-
The investigation also compliments previous claims that CCC’s regulations impede coastal infrastructure projects, which has drawn criticism from multiple political fronts over the last year.
-
Supporters had campaigned for Merlin to be allowed into the Azteca to witness Mexico’s final group game — but the dabbler found his free passage impeded on Wednesday evening by FIFA regulations.
Noun
-
Be prepared for traffic snarls and multiple security checkpoints.
-
Multiple inbound lanes are blocked as a result, causing a massive traffic snarl and backup.
Noun
-
The collaboration pairs one of the most recognizable music artists of the last decade with a menu item designed to bring back familiar memories from Fetty Wap’s biggest era, while also celebrating his influence on pop culture and music.
-
Through Rainbow Wool's collaboration with Grindr, the pair heralded a fashion show in New York City in November 2025 with a collection of 37 unique knitwear pieces made of yarn spun from the wool of the sheep on Stücke's farm.
Verb
-
Despite a 2019 public renunciation, MSV secretly governs 70% of public firms, hindering true economic progress.
-
Wilson was also hindered by personal failings.
Noun
-
Now, transportation officials are moving forward with a major project aimed at easing congestion along the corridor.
-
Beyond the decarbonization benefits, the companies aim to reduce exposure to congestion at major hubs, limit transshipment and bolster operational control over the freight.
Noun
-
Starting around September, Morejon said, the DDA will work with several landscape architect firms to create potential design concepts for the park and reach out to community members, civic associations and the city’s parks and recreation advisory board for feedback.
-
An Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield spokesperson did not answer the Courant’s questions but instead asked that questions be directed to Susan Halpin, executive director of the Connecticut Association of Health Plans, who is listed as a lobbyist for the association.
Cite this Entry
“Tie-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tie-up. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
