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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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2
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
Erin Qualey, Vulture, 29 May 2026
The imbalance ties the hands of states trying to do what is fairest and allows states that don’t have commissions to change their maps and thus potentially their election outcomes.
—The Editorial Board, Daily News, 29 May 2026
Jules ties together all her silky robes to scale the fire escape of her sugar daddy’s hideaway, armed with a hefty settlement to fund her art.
—Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 29 May 2026
What ties the best skillcations together is a direct connection to place, people and heritage.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 29 May 2026
Police said no firearm was used in the killings, but Mahuna declined to reveal what weapon investigators believe was used or what evidence ties Baker to the deaths.
—Amanda Musa, CNN Money, 28 May 2026
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said Canada's decision on the early warning radar plane ties the two nations even closer together.
—ABC News, 27 May 2026
The relaxed linen texture keeps them looking elevated but still cozy, and the earthy tone ties the entire color palette together in such a soothing way.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2026
Fresh off the first MVP season of his 17-year NFL career, the Los Angeles Rams signed Matthew Stafford to a one-year, $55 million contract extension that ties him to the Rams through the 2027 season with $105 million in remaining compensation, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
—Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 22 May 2026
Reeti Malhotra, Sacbee.com, 11 June 2026
Working with durable synthetic materials and intricate knotting techniques, the Miami artist explored resilience, preservation and the ties that bind communities together, turning simple text into quiet moments of reflection.
—Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 11 June 2026
Hong Kong — Chinese President Xi Jinping wrapped up a two-day visit to North Korea on Tuesday by vowing to deepen ties and expand cooperation with Kim Jong Un.
—Anna Coren, CBS News, 11 June 2026
These ties, however, placed Arthur in the Vice Presidency in 1880, and Arthur assumed the Presidency upon President Garfield’s death.
—New York Times, 11 June 2026
Season 4 focused on the search for a missing Navajo girl, which takes Leaphorn, Chee, and Manuelito from the safety of the Navajo Nation to the gritty terrain of 1970s Los Angeles in a race against the clock to save her from an obsessive killer with ties to organized crime.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 11 June 2026
Many of the students selected for our internship program come to us with local ties to the Kansas City area.
—Kansas City Star, 11 June 2026
Nvidia is looking to deepen its ties with South Korea as tech supply chains come into focus given the Iran war, and as the company faces rising regulatory hurdles in selling to the mainland Chinese market.
—Justina Lee,lisa Kim, CNBC, 5 June 2026
Israel and Azerbaijan maintain close ties around commercial and military interests.
—Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 5 June 2026
Verb
In a chilling sequence, Dennis ties a garbage bag over Mallory’s head and drags her into the woods.
—Erin Qualey, Vulture, 29 May 2026
The imbalance ties the hands of states trying to do what is fairest and allows states that don’t have commissions to change their maps and thus potentially their election outcomes.
—The Editorial Board, Daily News, 29 May 2026
Jules ties together all her silky robes to scale the fire escape of her sugar daddy’s hideaway, armed with a hefty settlement to fund her art.
—Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 29 May 2026
What ties the best skillcations together is a direct connection to place, people and heritage.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 29 May 2026
Police said no firearm was used in the killings, but Mahuna declined to reveal what weapon investigators believe was used or what evidence ties Baker to the deaths.
—Amanda Musa, CNN Money, 28 May 2026
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said Canada's decision on the early warning radar plane ties the two nations even closer together.
—ABC News, 27 May 2026
The relaxed linen texture keeps them looking elevated but still cozy, and the earthy tone ties the entire color palette together in such a soothing way.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2026
Fresh off the first MVP season of his 17-year NFL career, the Los Angeles Rams signed Matthew Stafford to a one-year, $55 million contract extension that ties him to the Rams through the 2027 season with $105 million in remaining compensation, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
—Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 22 May 2026
Noun
Twelve people were arrested on federal and state charges during the joint-enforcement operation, which authorities said dismantled a significant drug trafficking network with ties to the Sinaloa Cartel, responsible for providing cocaine to the Norteños criminal street gang.
—Reeti Malhotra, Sacbee.com, 11 June 2026
Working with durable synthetic materials and intricate knotting techniques, the Miami artist explored resilience, preservation and the ties that bind communities together, turning simple text into quiet moments of reflection.
—Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 11 June 2026
Hong Kong — Chinese President Xi Jinping wrapped up a two-day visit to North Korea on Tuesday by vowing to deepen ties and expand cooperation with Kim Jong Un.
—Anna Coren, CBS News, 11 June 2026
These ties, however, placed Arthur in the Vice Presidency in 1880, and Arthur assumed the Presidency upon President Garfield’s death.
—New York Times, 11 June 2026
Season 4 focused on the search for a missing Navajo girl, which takes Leaphorn, Chee, and Manuelito from the safety of the Navajo Nation to the gritty terrain of 1970s Los Angeles in a race against the clock to save her from an obsessive killer with ties to organized crime.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 11 June 2026
Many of the students selected for our internship program come to us with local ties to the Kansas City area.
—Kansas City Star, 11 June 2026
Nvidia is looking to deepen its ties with South Korea as tech supply chains come into focus given the Iran war, and as the company faces rising regulatory hurdles in selling to the mainland Chinese market.
—Justina Lee,lisa Kim, CNBC, 5 June 2026
Israel and Azerbaijan maintain close ties around commercial and military interests.
—Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 5 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ties
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The other piece in this story is the man who binds Episodes 6 and 7 together –– despite them being separated by 300 years.—
Hunter Ingram,
Variety,
27 May 2026
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To retain the remaining six members, the Mountain West offered a distribution plan for the incoming exit and poaching fees in exchange for signing a grant of rights that binds them to the conference for six years.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 May 2026
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Instead of combing through dozens of forecasts, users see clear guidance that matches the dates, cities, and timing of their own trip.—
Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone,
Miami Herald,
9 June 2026
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The Amazon Essentials Fit-and-Flare Midi Dress is a light and airy option that matches most of the summer shoes and sandals already in my closet.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
9 June 2026
Noun
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Why cruises are betting on Alaskan offerings Alaska remains one of the most reliable draws for the cruise industry.—
Josh Rivera,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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Ream transferred to Charlotte FC in 2024 and has anchored the defense as the club sits sixth in the Eastern Conference with six wins, six losses and three draws.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
28 May 2026
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However, StyleCaster may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes.—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
6 June 2026
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But the show’s relationship to the novels is a refreshingly flexible one, as are its links to the 1994 Neil Jordan film.—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
6 June 2026
Verb
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Argentina plays the first game in Kansas City on June 16, and Ecuador meets Curacao here on June 20.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
10 June 2026
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Situated where the Delaware Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean, the charming seaside town has miles of beaches, nature and bike trails, and bird sanctuaries in Cape Henlopen State Park.—
USA TODAY Network,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
Noun
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The administration has cracked down on most forms of migration for foreigners — demanding that bonds of up to $15,000 be paid for visa processing in some, mainly African, countries and requiring years of personal history, including social media accounts, to be vetted.—
Matthew Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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The Eastport floating dock project, which costs $440,000, is being funded by a $350,000 grant from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources State Waterway Improvement program, $65,000 in Annapolis bonds and $25,000 in capital reserves, city officials said.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
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“Ties.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ties. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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