as in engaged
involved in often constant activity
we'll be tied-up with work for the next several days
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as in hampered
to create difficulty for the work or activity of
an accident is tying up traffic at 5th and Broadway
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Recent Examples of tied-up
Tony Saavedra, Oc Register, 30 Sep. 2025
The number six seed Fever – who are playing without superstar point guard Caitlin Clark due to injury – tied up the best-of-five semifinal series after losing back-to-back in Games 2 and 3 versus the two-time WNBA champion Aces.
—Frank Nunns O'Connell 11 Hr Ago, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2025
Nearby, a third mannequin dressed in a poncho and straw hat stands over a fourth figure, which appears to be tied up on the ground.
—Sophia Compton, FOXNews.com, 26 Sep. 2025
The law, passed by the Tennessee General Assembly during its 2023 session, has yet to go into effect as it’s been tied up in litigation.
—Vivian Jones, Nashville Tennessean, 26 Sep. 2025
That process is currently tied up with county approvals.
—Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 24 Sep. 2025
The lawsuit remains tied up in the courts.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 23 Sep. 2025
Additional dollars will also flow into Alameda County cities through the county’s Measure W, a one-half percent general sales tax approved by the voters in November 2020 that was tied up in litigation until April.
—Sierra Lopez, Mercury News, 21 Sep. 2025
State permits pending The mine still requires two more state water quality permits in order to proceed, and also has a state air quality permit tied up in litigation.
—Kevin Fixler
september 20, Idaho Statesman, 20 Sep. 2025
Verb
Scott was convicted of participating in the 1981 murder of Larry Miner, who was tied up, beaten, strangled and stabbed.
—Tony Saavedra, Oc Register, 30 Sep. 2025
The number six seed Fever – who are playing without superstar point guard Caitlin Clark due to injury – tied up the best-of-five semifinal series after losing back-to-back in Games 2 and 3 versus the two-time WNBA champion Aces.
—Frank Nunns O'Connell 11 Hr Ago, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2025
Nearby, a third mannequin dressed in a poncho and straw hat stands over a fourth figure, which appears to be tied up on the ground.
—Sophia Compton, FOXNews.com, 26 Sep. 2025
The law, passed by the Tennessee General Assembly during its 2023 session, has yet to go into effect as it’s been tied up in litigation.
—Vivian Jones, Nashville Tennessean, 26 Sep. 2025
That process is currently tied up with county approvals.
—Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 24 Sep. 2025
The lawsuit remains tied up in the courts.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 23 Sep. 2025
Additional dollars will also flow into Alameda County cities through the county’s Measure W, a one-half percent general sales tax approved by the voters in November 2020 that was tied up in litigation until April.
—Sierra Lopez, Mercury News, 21 Sep. 2025
State permits pending The mine still requires two more state water quality permits in order to proceed, and also has a state air quality permit tied up in litigation.
—Kevin Fixler
september 20, Idaho Statesman, 20 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tied-up
Adjective
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Swift, the superstar singer, and Kelce, the three-time Super Bowl champion, became engaged in August.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
3 Oct. 2025
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This album is Swift’s first as an engaged woman and her first since the Eras tour concluded in December 2024.—
Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal,
Parents,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Penn State came up short against Oregon last week, and the second loss of the season hampered their chances of making the College Football Playoff with a tough road ahead of them.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
5 Oct. 2025
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After being hampered by injuries late in his time with the Royals, Keller is healthy and happy to be part of Chicago’s bullpen.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
2 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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There’s no better way to bring peace to a busy weeknight, welcome a new neighbor, or be reminded of your childhood than a nostalgic comfort food.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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Good morning, it's been another busy week in Central Indiana.—
Joe Mutascio,
IndyStar,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Another lottery pick, Leo Carlsson, twice impeded Utah’s progress up the ice.—
Andrew Knoll,
Oc Register,
23 Sep. 2025
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The implementation of the SCORE Act could be impeded by other types of legal challenges.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
16 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Associations that keep up with laws and embrace diligent management are simply better positioned for long-term stability and sustained owner confidence, even in the face of a shifting and sometimes unpredictable market.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
25 Sep. 2025
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Help recognize those keeping Anaheim beautiful Here is an opportunity to compliment and recognize your neighbors for their diligent work on maintaining their property.—
Andrea Manes,
Oc Register,
25 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The new law removes the certificate of need requirement for facilities with four or fewer beds, a major obstacle that previously hindered their creation.—
Killian Baarlaer,
Louisville Courier Journal,
3 Oct. 2025
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Some McElwain staffers argue the Gators’ 2016 defense could have led a CFP push if Luke Del Rio remained healthy, and offseason shoulder/leg injuries hindered Lagway’s progress this fall.—
Matt Baker,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The Revolution provided a brief scare through a 59th-minute goal from Dor Turgeman, who embarrassed a defender before curling home a spectacular effort, but Inter Miami broke the tie almost immediately after the strike that made the score 2-1.—
Franco Panizo,
Miami Herald,
5 Oct. 2025
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Me, a beautiful and clever five-time Emmy-winning writer with a few Wednesday nights free, and The Golden Bachelor, a heartwarming and adorable exploration of women’s second acts with a male doofus at the center who has already embarrassed himself.—
Ali Barthwell,
Vulture,
25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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This Israeli government has voiced its determination to annex most or all of the occupied West Bank.—
Hussein Ibish,
The Atlantic,
1 Oct. 2025
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The Palestinian Authority, which governs the occupied West Bank, has not held presidential or parliamentary elections in nearly two decades.—
Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Tied-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tied-up. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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