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tied up

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verb

past tense of tie up

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for tied-up
Adjective
  • This class offers an opportunity to stay active and engaged.
    Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 Apr. 2025
  • Patients today are more informed, connected and engaged.
    Aman Gupta, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Emporium Selection Summer Gouda Assortment A good cheese ready in your fridge for guests, whether expected or not, can make a world of difference for a busy host.
    Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2025
  • But some of America’s most popular parks also require reservations, particularly during their busy season: summer.
    Eve Chen, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • The provision was ratified in the late nineteen-eighties, but conservatives allied with the country’s agricultural lobby have long impeded its enforcement.
    Julian Lucas, The New Yorker, 24 Feb. 2025
  • Poor governance and economic stewardship have impeded the region’s development and generated the grievances behind the Arab Spring.
    Marwan Muasher, Foreign Affairs, 21 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • This means investors need to conduct diligent research into both financial and ethical factors.
    Sahit Muja, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025
  • Kai seems like a sweet kid — a diligent server, a talented performer, loyal to Paula despite being tempted by her best friend, Olivia (played by Sydney Sweeney).
    Eddie Mouradian, Vulture, 7 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • The status of the third remained unknown, but snow obstructed a full view of the nest.
    Amanda Kooser, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Yoon apologized for his brief martial law decree, but later doubled down and defended the move, arguing the liberal party obstructed his political agenda.
    Sophia Vento, The Hill, 8 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • The former Top Chef host and producer will front a new food series at CBS with the working title of America’s Culinary Cup.
    Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 17 Apr. 2025
  • In February, Deadline reported a spinoff of Nickelodeon's Victorious starring Daniella Monet, who's set to reprise her role as Trina Vega, is in development under the working title Hollywood Arts.
    Jack Irvin, People.com, 15 Apr. 2025
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“Tied-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tied-up. Accessed 4 May. 2025.

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