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Present participle for to tie something up, such as with a rope or string
“We had to take ropes and chains to tie up the logs as much as we possibly could.”
Present participle for to hamper or impede the movement or progress of
“They were simply legal maneuvers designed to tie up the project in court.”
Present participle for to bring to an end or conclusion
“I could finally tie up the loose ends of the tale, and finally gain the closure that my heart and mind demanded.”
Present participle for to make (something) into a parcel by wrapping it
Present participle for to hold exclusive control or dominance over
Present participle for to form into a knot or bow
Present participle for to physically or literally secure or fasten all openings tightly for protection
Present participle for to join or merge to form a single unit or substance
Present participle for to prohibit or interdict the use, participation or inclusion of
Present participle for to hold or engage the attention of
Present participle for to dock a boat, especially by casting an anchor
Present participle for to become embroiled or implicated in
Present participle for to be involved with (on a social level)
Present participle for to support with a stake or stakes, especially a plant
Present participle for to be in a strong enough position to have or secure (something)
Present participle for to restrain or keep in check
Present participle for to join up with a larger organization or entity
Present participle for to postpone or assign to a later time or date
The act of tying or binding something
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