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to tie down
[phrase form: tie]
01
begränsa, binda
to set rules that restrict freedom
Example
She was tied down by a large loan.
Let 's not let rigid rules tie down our creativity.
He felt tied down by too many commitments.
02
binda fast, säkerställa
to use ropes or similar restraints to secure an object and prevent it from moving
Example
Before the storm, tie down any loose objects in the yard.
They tied down the Christmas tree on top of the car for the ride home.
Please tie down the boat to the dock to prevent drifting.
Exempel
She was tied down by a large loan.
Let's not let rigid rules tie down our creativity.
He felt tied down by too many commitments.
The company's ability to innovate was tied down by regulations.
