tightens

[US]/ˈtaɪtənz/
[UK]/ˈtaɪtənz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to make or become tight; to increase tension; to stretch or pull tight; to intensify or strengthen

Phrases & Collocations

tightens grip

tightens belt

tightens rules

tightens schedule

tightens security

tightens competition

tightens control

tightens focus

tightens standards

tightens regulations

Example Sentences

the belt tightens around my waist.

as the deadline approaches, the pressure tightens.

she tightens her grip on the steering wheel.

the government tightens regulations on pollution.

the coach tightens the team's training schedule.

the rope tightens as we pull it harder.

he tightens the screws to secure the shelf.

the competition tightens as more teams join.

she tightens her ponytail before the race.

the city tightens its security measures.

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