- present participle of tie.
tying
Example Sentences
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He gave up only three hits but issued five walks, tying his season high, and hit a batter.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 27, 2026
If you’re watching “Man On The Run,” you see the hysterical fans crying outside the Marylebone Registry Office as Paul and Linda emerge after tying the knot.
From Salon • Jun. 23, 2026
The production won seven Olivier Awards for its run at the Savoy Theatre in the West End, tying the record for the most Oliviers won by a musical.
From BBC • Jun. 16, 2026
And they’re tying the knot Saturday in San Antonio.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
We were on the street in minutes, and I didn’t bother tying the sun hat’s wide ribbon under my chin as I skipped after Aunt Kitty.
From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan
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