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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
Dara-Abasi Ita, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Now, a civil complaint filed May 1 by her brother on behalf of her estate ties her 2024 murder to an elaborate real estate fraud allegedly orchestrated by her estranged husband.
—Shira Moolten, Sun Sentinel, 13 May 2026
Hence the label — best known for its modular sneakers engineered with a zipper system that ties together the sole to several variants of the upper part — was wound down to focus on the business-to-business projects.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 13 May 2026
Compass ties the home to French Mannerism, also known as the Henry II style, a decorative European tradition associated with Fontainebleau-era interiors.
—David Caraccio
may 13, Sacbee.com, 13 May 2026
Lower courts likely won't approve a measure that aims to circumvent a Supreme Court ruling and would probably reject any law that ties the provision of general government services to the behaviors of the recipients, Smith said.
—ABC News, 12 May 2026
That ties the 1992-93 Heat team for the most on any opening night roster in franchise history.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 10 May 2026
This directly ties to one of my top priorities, which is transparency.
—Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards, Mercury News, 7 May 2026
The Avalanche have now won six straight postseason games, which ties the 2021 squad for the franchise's longest win streak to begin the playoffs.
—CBS News, 6 May 2026
Ashley Grams, CBS News, 14 May 2026
But according to federal officials, the Punjabi Devils were an outlaw gang with ties to the Hells Angels, whose members often wore patches with an outline of Punjab, a region that includes northern India and central eastern Pakistan, and a turbaned skull.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 14 May 2026
The wreck led to some questioning whether his family's ties to the legal system in the area affected the investigation, local newspaper The Island Packet reported at the time.
—Marlene Lenthang, ABC News, 14 May 2026
The Idaho ties are personal for Smith, who grew up in Boise.
—Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 14 May 2026
That department is severing ties with those 14 club teams, which UConn spokesperson Stephanie Reitz said also include men’s crew, cycling, equestrian, gymnastics, kickline, polo, running, sailing, ski, tap and woodsmen.
—Katie Servas, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2026
Trump, meanwhile, has his own ties to gambling as a former casino owner.
—Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 14 May 2026
The top 70 players (and ties) make the cut after the second round.
—Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 14 May 2026
The former UConn star who plays for the French national team has deep ties to the Bay Area, making her signing with the Valkyries a homecoming of sorts.
—Pueng Vongs, Mercury News, 7 May 2026
Verb
Track when the first hospital system ties a disinfection robot fleet to a bond disclosure.
—Dara-Abasi Ita, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Now, a civil complaint filed May 1 by her brother on behalf of her estate ties her 2024 murder to an elaborate real estate fraud allegedly orchestrated by her estranged husband.
—Shira Moolten, Sun Sentinel, 13 May 2026
Hence the label — best known for its modular sneakers engineered with a zipper system that ties together the sole to several variants of the upper part — was wound down to focus on the business-to-business projects.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 13 May 2026
Compass ties the home to French Mannerism, also known as the Henry II style, a decorative European tradition associated with Fontainebleau-era interiors.
—David Caraccio
may 13, Sacbee.com, 13 May 2026
Lower courts likely won't approve a measure that aims to circumvent a Supreme Court ruling and would probably reject any law that ties the provision of general government services to the behaviors of the recipients, Smith said.
—ABC News, 12 May 2026
That ties the 1992-93 Heat team for the most on any opening night roster in franchise history.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 10 May 2026
This directly ties to one of my top priorities, which is transparency.
—Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards, Mercury News, 7 May 2026
The Avalanche have now won six straight postseason games, which ties the 2021 squad for the franchise's longest win streak to begin the playoffs.
—CBS News, 6 May 2026
Noun
Last year, four different men from Chile were accused in a string of burglaries targeting multimillion-dollar homes in Ohio with possible ties to heists in Minnesota.
—Ashley Grams, CBS News, 14 May 2026
But according to federal officials, the Punjabi Devils were an outlaw gang with ties to the Hells Angels, whose members often wore patches with an outline of Punjab, a region that includes northern India and central eastern Pakistan, and a turbaned skull.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 14 May 2026
The wreck led to some questioning whether his family's ties to the legal system in the area affected the investigation, local newspaper The Island Packet reported at the time.
—Marlene Lenthang, ABC News, 14 May 2026
The Idaho ties are personal for Smith, who grew up in Boise.
—Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 14 May 2026
That department is severing ties with those 14 club teams, which UConn spokesperson Stephanie Reitz said also include men’s crew, cycling, equestrian, gymnastics, kickline, polo, running, sailing, ski, tap and woodsmen.
—Katie Servas, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2026
Trump, meanwhile, has his own ties to gambling as a former casino owner.
—Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 14 May 2026
The top 70 players (and ties) make the cut after the second round.
—Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 14 May 2026
The former UConn star who plays for the French national team has deep ties to the Bay Area, making her signing with the Valkyries a homecoming of sorts.
—Pueng Vongs, Mercury News, 7 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ties
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The web of hospitality here binds residents of all ages together for a fulfilling and memory-rich lifestyle.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
16 May 2026
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This gel-like substance coats your gut and binds to cholesterol, preventing it from entering your bloodstream.—
Colleen Doherty,
Verywell Health,
14 May 2026
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Dan Levy matches his sweater to the backdrop at the Big Mistakes SAG-AFTRA event in Los Angeles on May 17.—
People Staff,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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The action matches the policy for other city departments.—
Lisa Starke,
CBS News,
19 May 2026
Noun
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McFarlane has won just one of his five matches, the semi-final against Leeds, but did also earn credible 1-1 draws at Manchester City (in January) and Liverpool.—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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Hunting, fishing, camping and other outdoor activities remain major draws for other East River locales, including the Glacial Lakes area in the northeast and the Missouri River in the central and southeast parts of the state.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
13 May 2026
Noun
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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,
17 May 2026
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His remarks amplified on his long-running view that US clout is waning against China’s, a perspective that carries weight because of his experience in China with Bridgewater, the world’s largest hedge fund — experience that has brought some criticism over his links to leaders in Beijing.—
David Westin,
Fortune,
16 May 2026
Verb
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Kansas City will be the site of four group-stage games, starting June 16 when defending champion Argentina meets Algeria.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
20 May 2026
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The forthcoming London meet will take place after two other high-profile pro track and field meets in Europe.—
Scott Soshnick,
Sportico.com,
20 May 2026
Noun
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These bonds offer an interest rate that changes every six months based on the latest CPI data, maintaining returns above the level of inflation.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
18 May 2026
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Investors all over the world are selling bonds because of the inflation that the war has caused.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
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“Ties.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ties. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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