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as in binds
to gather into a tight mass by means of a line or cord
tied the newspapers into a bundle
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as in matches
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 draws
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 links
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 ties
Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 1 May 2026
That ties the 1992-93 Heat roster for the most on any opening night roster in franchise history.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 29 Apr. 2026
The 11 home runs in March/April ties Paul Kornerko for the most by a White Sox player in those months.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
Outside, there’s a 50-foot infinity pool, spa, terraces, and a full outdoor kitchen, along with a private basketball court that ties back to the character’s athletic background.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 24 Apr. 2026
Mike Trout ties a Garret Anderson record Mike Trout homered, Nolan Schanuel homered and hit a three-run double and Jose Soriano worked five shutout innings as the Angels beat the Toronto Blue Jays 7-3 on Wednesday to avoid a series sweep.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
Think of it as the finishing touch that ties the whole routine together and sends you out the door with a smoother-looking eye area.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 23 Apr. 2026
The finishing touch is Zab’s Ranch, which ties the dish together with a sweet heat that lingers just long enough to keep each bite interesting.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2026
Baggy jeans are consistently the key staple that ties together every one of her perfectly oversized button-down and comfy street sneaker outfits.
—Irene Richardson, InStyle, 11 Apr. 2026
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Many of us have longstanding ties to both the Barn and the Ridgefield community.
—Pamela Brown, Hartford Courant, 30 Apr. 2026
Suspicions of possible ties to drug traffickers have long hung over Rocha Mayo, who was born in Badiraguato, the same mountainous municipality in Sinaloa that is the hometown of El Chapo and other cartel bigwigs.
—Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
While the agreements are unlikely to deliver immediate increases in production, they are designed to open pathways for investment and reestablish commercial ties severed during years of sanctions and political rupture.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
Byron Sigcho-Lopez, an outspoken City Council progressive; Mayra Macías, a former Planned Parenthood Action Fund member with deep ties to the Democratic Party; and Lindsay Church, a former Navy linguist who runs a nonprofit serving minority veterans.
—Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
Investigators did not release details any ties Willard had to Milestone Drive.
—Mark Price
april 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 Apr. 2026
The first direct negotiations between the two states since 1993 are intended as preparatory meetings to shape future talks on a deal to normalize ties between the countries.
—David Brennan, ABC News, 23 Apr. 2026
Gates Foundation investigates ties to Epstein.
—Jim Edwards, Fortune, 23 Apr. 2026
Verb
According to Healthline, that constellation of symptoms ties directly back to how the body handles excess blood sugar.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 1 May 2026
That ties the 1992-93 Heat roster for the most on any opening night roster in franchise history.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 29 Apr. 2026
The 11 home runs in March/April ties Paul Kornerko for the most by a White Sox player in those months.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
Outside, there’s a 50-foot infinity pool, spa, terraces, and a full outdoor kitchen, along with a private basketball court that ties back to the character’s athletic background.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 24 Apr. 2026
Mike Trout ties a Garret Anderson record Mike Trout homered, Nolan Schanuel homered and hit a three-run double and Jose Soriano worked five shutout innings as the Angels beat the Toronto Blue Jays 7-3 on Wednesday to avoid a series sweep.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
Think of it as the finishing touch that ties the whole routine together and sends you out the door with a smoother-looking eye area.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 23 Apr. 2026
The finishing touch is Zab’s Ranch, which ties the dish together with a sweet heat that lingers just long enough to keep each bite interesting.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2026
Baggy jeans are consistently the key staple that ties together every one of her perfectly oversized button-down and comfy street sneaker outfits.
—Irene Richardson, InStyle, 11 Apr. 2026
Noun
But a legal case against Moya could expose ties between her party and Mexico’s cartels, kneecapping her domestic standing.
—Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Many of us have longstanding ties to both the Barn and the Ridgefield community.
—Pamela Brown, Hartford Courant, 30 Apr. 2026
Suspicions of possible ties to drug traffickers have long hung over Rocha Mayo, who was born in Badiraguato, the same mountainous municipality in Sinaloa that is the hometown of El Chapo and other cartel bigwigs.
—Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
While the agreements are unlikely to deliver immediate increases in production, they are designed to open pathways for investment and reestablish commercial ties severed during years of sanctions and political rupture.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
Byron Sigcho-Lopez, an outspoken City Council progressive; Mayra Macías, a former Planned Parenthood Action Fund member with deep ties to the Democratic Party; and Lindsay Church, a former Navy linguist who runs a nonprofit serving minority veterans.
—Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
Investigators did not release details any ties Willard had to Milestone Drive.
—Mark Price
april 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 Apr. 2026
The first direct negotiations between the two states since 1993 are intended as preparatory meetings to shape future talks on a deal to normalize ties between the countries.
—David Brennan, ABC News, 23 Apr. 2026
Gates Foundation investigates ties to Epstein.
—Jim Edwards, Fortune, 23 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ties
Verb
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The soluble fiber in chia seeds attracts water and binds to cholesterol and dietary fats.—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
30 Apr. 2026
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The one thing that binds them all is the IRGC.—
Ian Pannell,
ABC News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Its 28-game start matches the expansion 1962 Mets — who lost 120 games — along with 1964 and 1983 for the second-worst in team history behind an 8-20 opening in 1981.—
Ronald Blum,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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That matches statistical data on trust in medical researchers and scientists in general and is in line with past measures of trust in scientists.—
Dan Vergano,
Scientific American,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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How to Get Around Montréal's ease and affordability are among its biggest draws for college students, and right now, the favorable exchange rate certainly helps.—
Megan Wallitsch,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Apr. 2026
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The researchers found that their T cells—a type of immune cell—in the postlunch blood draws appeared better prepared to fight off infection than their T cells upon waking—in other words, after not eating anything for hours.—
Jackie Flynn Mogensen,
Scientific American,
29 Apr. 2026
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Take control of your money with CNBC Select CNBC Select is editorially independent and may earn a commission from affiliate partners on links.—
Ohanna Carrascoza,
CNBC,
1 May 2026
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Some of these incidents have been claimed by a new group called Harakat Ashab al-Yamin al-Islamia, or HAYI, which analysts say has links to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, or IRGC.—
Alexander Smith,
NBC news,
1 May 2026
Verb
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Effortless durability meets elevated style in these pieces that take constant upkeep out of the equation.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Apr. 2026
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Rooms California-cool meets Big Bear coziness here, with light, airy rooms warmed up by charming blue plaid chairs, thick wooden furniture, and floral wallpapers in various coastal shades.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Voters across Tarrant and Parker counties weighed in on bonds, mayoral races and school board seats on May 2, with results reshaping local leadership.—
Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 May 2026
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This enzyme cleaves the ester bonds in the neuronal portion of the back retina—the retinal pigment epithelium— to create a usable form of vitamin A, a molecule called 11-cis-retinal.—
Lauren J. Young,
Scientific American,
4 May 2026
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“Ties.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ties. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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