tighten

Example Sentences

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It is more likely to tighten in the face of that shock.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Her claims have triggered demonstrations, promises to tighten the law and criticism that Chancellor Friedrich Merz has bungled his response.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

The cells produced much less nitric oxide, which helps blood vessels relax and widen, and more endothelin-1, which causes vessels to tighten.

From Science Daily • Mar. 28, 2026

What kinds of things do we need to tighten up?’”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

Most people tighten up when they walk down Chestnut.

From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds