Synonyms of ties

ties 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of tie

1

as in binds

to gather into a tight mass by means of a line or cord

tied the newspapers into a bundle

Synonyms & Similar Words

• binds
• threads
• straps
• wires
• bands
• knots
• trusses
• ropes
• cords
• twists
• cinches
• coils
• tethers
• winds
• tangles
• intertwines
• laces
• girds
• lashes
• snarls
• girts
• interlaces
• entangles
• interweaves
• leashes

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• unties
• unbinds
• undoes
• unfastens
• unlaces
• unleashes
• unlooses
• unstraps
• unravels
• unstrings
• unloosens
• disentangles
• untangles
• unwinds
• untwists
• unthreads
• unlashes
• uncoils
• unspools
• untethers
• unsnarls
• untwines

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?

Synonyms & Similar Words

• matches
• meets
• tops
• equals
• surpasses
• touches
• beats
• approaches
• transcends
• excels
• rivals
• amounts (to)
• parallels
• outstrips
• eclipses
• approximates
• outdoes
• outshines
• overtops
• outdistances
• betters
• measures up (to)
• keeps up
• stacks up (against or with)

ties

2 of 2

noun

plural of tie

1

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• draws
• standoffs
• stalemates
• dead heats
• deadlocks
• impasses
• seesaws
• horse races
• photo finishes
• toss-ups

2

as in links

a uniting or binding force or influence

their marriage will serve to form a very strong tie between our families

Synonyms & Similar Words

• links
• bonds
• connections
• cords
• cements
• linkages
• knots
• ligatures
• sympathies
• yokes
• attachments
• unions
• fastenings
• joints
• hookups
• shackles
• handcuffs
• restraints
• nexuses
• tie-ups
• limits
• manacles
• restrictions
• constraints
• curbs
• affections
• linkups
• fetters
• trammels
• limitations

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• separations
• partings
• releases
• freedoms
• liberations
• emancipations

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of ties

Verb

And a pair of overalls really ties together any outfit within seconds — whether layered over a tank top or tee for summer or a sweater for fall. — Olivia Dubyak, PEOPLE, 14 July 2026

The best player of the previous decade, the link that ties Barry Bonds and Albert Pujols to Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani, has not taken an All-Star at-bat this decade. — Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026

While Burn's central story can be understood without any prior Evil Dead knowledge, fans of the franchise will likely quickly pick up on the connective tissue that ties the newer movies together—along with a few nods to Raimi's older lore. — Megan McCluskey, Time, 10 July 2026

Don't build your system in a way that ties you permanently to one vendor's speech recognition or bot framework. — Ran Inbar, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

Tyler Tolbert ties an MLB record with hits in 12 straight at-bats! — Kansas City Star, 8 July 2026

Otto Lopez ties Marlins record With his latest multi-hit effort on Wednesday, shortstop Otto Lopez tied the Marlins’ record for most hits before the All-Star Break with 126, matching a mark set by Luis Arraez during the 2023 season. — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 8 July 2026

Here’s what ties some of Nashville’s most notable names from Taylor and Travis’ RSVP list to the happy couple. — Alison Abbey Hudak, Rolling Stone, 7 July 2026

Djokovic's 105th match win at the All England Club ties Roger Federer on the men's list for most singles match victories. — ABC News, 3 July 2026

Noun

The game featured 23 lead changes and 13 ties — with both teams shooting 55% from the field. — CBS News, 14 July 2026

The game featured 23 lead changes and 13 ties — with both teams shooting 55% from the field. — ABC News, 13 July 2026

Few had any ties to Mexico, and all were living in the country illegally. — Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker, 13 July 2026

During a press conference, Bonta repeatedly cited the Ellison family’s ties to Trump. — Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 13 July 2026

Clooney, who has close ties to Italy and the festival, has been on the Lido with multiple films over the years, including most recently with Netflix’s Jay Kelly. — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 13 July 2026

Despite sunny weather and temperatures reaching the mid-80s°F, Prince George and Prince William were dressed in suits and ties for the sporting event. — Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 12 July 2026

Fans criticized Swift and Kelce for allowing someone with ICE connections to their wedding, given their Democratic ties. — Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 6 July 2026

Shakira is also a cool mom in the music world with strong ties to the World Cup. — Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 6 July 2026