tighten (Meaning)

Wordnet

tighten (v)

make tight or tighter

become tight or tighter

severely restrict in scope or extent

narrow or limit

Webster

tighten (v. t.)

To draw tighter; to straiten; to make more close in any manner.

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tighten Sentence Examples

  1. The mechanic tightened the lug nuts on the car tire to ensure a secure fit.
  2. The tailor tightened the loose thread on the shirt to prevent further unraveling.
  3. The athlete tightened his shoelaces to avoid tripping during the race.
  4. The painter tightened the lid of the paint can to prevent spills.
  5. The guitarist tightened the tuning pegs on his guitar to achieve the desired pitch.
  6. The hiker tightened his backpack straps to ensure it was securely fastened.
  7. The woodworker tightened the clamps on the workpiece to hold it firmly in place.
  8. The plumber tightened the leaking valve to stop the water flow.
  9. The electrician tightened the electrical connections to ensure a safe installation.
  10. The contractor tightened the screws on the door frame to secure it to the wall.

FAQs About the word tighten

make tight or tighter, become tight or tighter, severely restrict in scope or extent, narrow or limitTo draw tighter; to straiten; to make more close in any man

stretch,tense, lengthen,tauten, strain,elongate, constrict, cinch, extend

loosen,loosen, relax, slacken, ease, slacken, ease, slack,relax, slack

The mechanic tightened the lug nuts on the car tire to ensure a secure fit.

The tailor tightened the loose thread on the shirt to prevent further unraveling.

The athlete tightened his shoelaces to avoid tripping during the race.

The painter tightened the lid of the paint can to prevent spills.