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tying up

VERB
hamper, hinder
Synonyms
WEAK
bind clog confine curb delay entrammel fetter hog-tie hold leash limit lock up obstruct restrain restrict shackle stop tie one's hands trammel
Antonyms
WEAK
aid assist encourage free help
VERB
hamper
Synonyms
STRONGEST
bind clog lock up
WEAK
confine curb delay entrammel fetter hinder hog-tie hold leash limit obstruct restrain restrict shackle stop trammel
Antonyms
STRONGEST
free