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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
Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 12 Feb. 2026
House Bill 1002 also ties utility profits to performance metrics, including affordability and service restoration, and utilities will use a three-year rate plan.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 12 Feb. 2026
The update introduces a unified control plane that ties together silicon, systems, optics, and software across on-premises and cloud environments.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 11 Feb. 2026
The stablehand puts a bridle in the housemaid’s mouth, then ties her wrists.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 11 Feb. 2026
The center ties those expectations directly to coursework, Schneider said.
—Wilborn P. Nobles Iii, Dallas Morning News, 10 Feb. 2026
Trees and bucks cover eco-friendly cork wallpaper that ties to an antelope statue to signal the travels of Edgar Perry while Lutie’s (his wife) room is its opposite with light salmon shades contrasting wild leopard carpet and soft velvets.
—Mandy Ellis, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
The quarterback’s current contract ties him to the Chiefs through the 2031 season, but there may never be a better time to renegotiate and create a new contract — a move that would theoretically allow the team to reset Mahomes’ cap numbers entirely.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 5 Feb. 2026
What ties this and the previous two indie collaboration chapters together is not novelty, but intent.
—Thor Svaboe, Robb Report, 2 Feb. 2026
Tim Rohan, NBC news, 5 Feb. 2026
Trump cut federal ties with the firm before Karp cut a deal with the White House, restoring the relationship.
—Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 5 Feb. 2026
Starmer is facing mounting pressure from within his governing Labor Party over his decision in 2024 to appoint Mandelson, a veteran Labor politician, to the Washington role despite his ties to Epstein.
—Jill Lawless, Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2026
The prime minister is facing mounting pressure from within his governing Labour Party over his decision in 2024 to appoint Mandelson, a veteran Labour politician, to the Washington role despite his ties to Epstein.
—Jill Lawless The Associated Press, Arkansas Online, 5 Feb. 2026
The entire field then gets to play a practice round at Augusta National on Friday, with the top 30 and ties returning for the final round on Saturday.
—Stan Awtrey, AJC.com, 5 Feb. 2026
Critics say Mandelson’s ties with Epstein made his appointment too risky and Starmer was, at best, naive.
—Jill Lawless, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026
The limited liability company ties back to Metrolina Capital, a real estate investment firm based in Mooresville.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 5 Feb. 2026
Golov said Israel’s long-term objective should not be reducing ties with Washington, but deepening them.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Verb
Ratcliffe’s comments align with the arguments made by Britain’s right-wing populist Reform UK party, which ties its anti-immigrant message to protecting the country.
—Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 12 Feb. 2026
House Bill 1002 also ties utility profits to performance metrics, including affordability and service restoration, and utilities will use a three-year rate plan.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 12 Feb. 2026
The update introduces a unified control plane that ties together silicon, systems, optics, and software across on-premises and cloud environments.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 11 Feb. 2026
The stablehand puts a bridle in the housemaid’s mouth, then ties her wrists.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 11 Feb. 2026
The center ties those expectations directly to coursework, Schneider said.
—Wilborn P. Nobles Iii, Dallas Morning News, 10 Feb. 2026
Trees and bucks cover eco-friendly cork wallpaper that ties to an antelope statue to signal the travels of Edgar Perry while Lutie’s (his wife) room is its opposite with light salmon shades contrasting wild leopard carpet and soft velvets.
—Mandy Ellis, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
The quarterback’s current contract ties him to the Chiefs through the 2031 season, but there may never be a better time to renegotiate and create a new contract — a move that would theoretically allow the team to reset Mahomes’ cap numbers entirely.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 5 Feb. 2026
What ties this and the previous two indie collaboration chapters together is not novelty, but intent.
—Thor Svaboe, Robb Report, 2 Feb. 2026
Noun
Mack Brown, the coach at North Carolina, thought Drake might come there, given his family ties.
—Tim Rohan, NBC news, 5 Feb. 2026
Trump cut federal ties with the firm before Karp cut a deal with the White House, restoring the relationship.
—Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 5 Feb. 2026
Starmer is facing mounting pressure from within his governing Labor Party over his decision in 2024 to appoint Mandelson, a veteran Labor politician, to the Washington role despite his ties to Epstein.
—Jill Lawless, Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2026
The prime minister is facing mounting pressure from within his governing Labour Party over his decision in 2024 to appoint Mandelson, a veteran Labour politician, to the Washington role despite his ties to Epstein.
—Jill Lawless The Associated Press, Arkansas Online, 5 Feb. 2026
The entire field then gets to play a practice round at Augusta National on Friday, with the top 30 and ties returning for the final round on Saturday.
—Stan Awtrey, AJC.com, 5 Feb. 2026
Critics say Mandelson’s ties with Epstein made his appointment too risky and Starmer was, at best, naive.
—Jill Lawless, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026
The limited liability company ties back to Metrolina Capital, a real estate investment firm based in Mooresville.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 5 Feb. 2026
Golov said Israel’s long-term objective should not be reducing ties with Washington, but deepening them.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ties
Verb
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Selenium binds to protein, so protein-rich foods are usually high in this mineral.—
Carrie Madormo,
Verywell Health,
11 Feb. 2026
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Tate is the connective tissue who binds all those parts together.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Feb. 2026
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These wooden beds are painted a shade of teal that echoes the doors on the outbuilding and matches the surrounding fence and gates to tie the entire space together.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Feb. 2026
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Hellstar’s name appears beneath the lateral collar in highlighter green, which matches the laces and branding.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
10 Feb. 2026
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Statham remains one of the market’s biggest draws thanks to action franchises such as The Meg, Fast & Furious, and The Beekeeper.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
13 Feb. 2026
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Across from shops fixing cars and selling coffee, a black-and-white brick building is where locals go for a place that’s classic and classy, though scrumptious bar bites and a half-price wine night are everyday draws.—
USA TODAY NETWORK,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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Betting/odds, ticketing and streaming links in this article are provided by partners of The Athletic.—
Data Skrive,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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Pre-cooked links to fry up for dinner, breakfast patties, meatballs, a breakfast burrito, and in the spicy sauce of a new frozen pasta (above).—
Alex Beggs,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
7 Feb. 2026
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Accessibility The hotel meets ADA standards with appropriate accessibility features, ramps, and elevators throughout the property.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Feb. 2026
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But then Davis meets up with his boss, Money, played by Nick Nolte with an old man’s jagged rasp as dramatic as his wry middle-aged intensity used to be.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Lawson remains held on bonds totaling more than $2 million, court records show.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
9 Feb. 2026
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And the crime of kissing is punishable by death, raising the stakes as a young sales assistant bonds with a regular customer.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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