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Uncommontighten
The correct spelling is tighten.
How to pronounce tighten
/ˈtaɪ.tən/
verbIPA: /ˈtaɪ.tən/
Say it like: Tit-en
The correct spelling is tighten. To make tighter. For example: "Please tighten that screw a quarter-turn."
Usage Examples
“Please tighten that screw a quarter-turn.”
“That joint is tightening as the wood dries.”
“If the government doesn't tighten the money supply, inflation is certain to be harsh.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To make tighter.
- 2.To become tighter.
- 3.To make money harder to borrow or obtain.
- 4.To raise short-term interest rates.
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