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  • present participle of tie.
Definitions

tying

[tahy-ing] / ˈtaɪ ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
binding
Synonyms


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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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