1
as in to bind
to gather into a tight mass by means of a line or cord
tied the newspapers into a bundle
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2
as in to match
to produce something equal to (as in quality or value)
at the class reunion we learned that he had won the Nobel Prize in medicine—how could the rest of us tie that?
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as in draw
a situation in which neither participant in a contest, competition, or struggle comes out ahead of the other
the competition for first place in the dessert division ended in a tie between the chocolate pecan pie and the walnut fudge tart
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as in link
a uniting or binding force or influence
their marriage will serve to form a very strong tie between our families
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Recent Examples of tie
Erin Hill, People.com, 2 May 2025
The exponential growth in the art world is also tied to Dubai’s changing demographics and economic dynamism, said Ghione.
—Ritu Upadhyay, Footwear News, 2 May 2025
Melissa Noel, Essence, 8 May 2025
Certainly, Pakistan has in the past had ties to some of the many militant groups in Kashmir.
—Ayesha Jalal, The Conversation, 8 May 2025
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Verb
Those words strike a poignant chord for a man whose identity has been so deeply tied to Britain and the monarchy.
—Erin Hill, People.com, 2 May 2025
The exponential growth in the art world is also tied to Dubai’s changing demographics and economic dynamism, said Ghione.
—Ritu Upadhyay, Footwear News, 2 May 2025
Noun
Cufflinks, tie pins, jewelry passed down through generations—this wasn’t fashion for fashion’s sake.
—Melissa Noel, Essence, 8 May 2025
Certainly, Pakistan has in the past had ties to some of the many militant groups in Kashmir.
—Ayesha Jalal, The Conversation, 8 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tie
Verb
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Post yourself up at hotels like The Carlyle or The Mark, and you’re bound to catch a glimpse of one of your favorite singers or actors.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
4 May 2025
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The spacecraft was bound for Venus, but an issue with a timer cut an engine burn prematurely, which ultimately left the spacecraft stuck in Earth’s orbit.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
3 May 2025
Verb
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Our customers no longer need to stress about layering or matching a bra, underwear, shapewear, and an outfit for every occasion.—
Nadja Sayej,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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If shortness of breath is new or doesn’t match your activity level or fitness, consult a healthcare provider.—
Emily Brown,
Verywell Health,
14 May 2025
Noun
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Soon, Yellowstone spinoffs such as 1883 and 1923 sprouted on Paramount+, becoming a major draw for the service.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
14 May 2025
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For all their existing domestic strife (or perhaps even because of it), United remain a huge draw the world over.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
14 May 2025
Noun
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Zoom link for the meeting: google.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fus02web.zoom.us%2Fj%2F88659578200 Information: chair@washcodemocrats.com SENIOR DEMOCRATS OF NORTHWEST ARKANSAS Join the Senior Democrats of Northwest Arkansas on May 20 at Butterfield Trail Village Lodge in Fayetteville.—
Deb Harvell,
Arkansas Online,
18 May 2025
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Streaming, betting and ticketing links in this article are provided by partners of The Athletic.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
17 May 2025
Verb
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Use the colors in the art to thread through into little details in your home.—
Eleni N. Gage,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 May 2025
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Marc Casado is able to drop from midfield and waltz past the Madrid front two, before threading a pass through to Robert Lewandowski, who scores.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
10 May 2025
Verb
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Sutton and Rogers met before her murder and are believed to have slept together.—
Amanda Lee Myers,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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These groups meet regularly to develop policies, address emerging issues, and ensure alignment with institutional values.—
Dr. Aviva Legatt,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
Noun
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Torres had been free on bond since his arrest in 2023.—
Cristóbal Reyes,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 May 2025
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Rollins now faces three felony charges and is being held at Pulaski County Detention Center on a $50,000 bond.—
Christina Coulter,
People.com,
16 May 2025
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“Tie.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tie. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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