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to tighten
01
to hold, fasten, or turn something firmly
Transitive: to tighten sth
Examples
She tightened her grip on the handlebars as she rode over the bumpy terrain.
02
to become more firm, secure, or constricted
Intransitive
Examples
As the screws were turned, the grip of the vice tightened, securing the workpiece in place.
03
to impose restriction or implementing measures to increase effectiveness
Transitive: to tighten an activity or measure
Examples
The company decided to tighten its budgetary constraints to improve financial discipline and reduce expenses.
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