tighten
UK/'taitn/US
IELTSB1
Definitions
v.
To make or become more firm, secure, or strict; to fasten more firmly.
使变紧，绷紧；加强，收紧
Root Breakdown
Native Englishtightother
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ento put into, to cause
=tighten
Common Collocations
- 1.tighten security加强安保
- 2.tighten regulations收紧法规
- 3.tighten one's belt节衣缩食
- 4.tighten control加强管控
Example Sentences
- 1.
The government plans to tighten security measures at all major airports.
- 2.
She felt her throat tighten with anxiety before the big presentation.
- 3.
Use a wrench to tighten the bolts on the bicycle wheel.