"Ties" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Ties" Meaning

Knotted bands or cord(s) typically made of silk, wool, or cotton, worn around the neck, wrists, or waist, often as part of a formal or traditional garment.

Example: A tie is a classic accessory for a suit and tie outfit.

Idiomatic expressions:

"a tiebreak" - a decisive factor or event that settles a competition or situation
"even ties" - when two or more teams or individuals are equal in score or performance
"tie someone's hands" - to restrict someone's freedom to act or make decisions
"tie up loose ends" - to resolve or finish any remaining tasks or problems
"tie the knot" - to get married

"Ties" Examples

Usage Examples of "ties"

Verb

Ensure that your ties are clean and ironed before a job interview.
In this state of hysteria, the manager was willing to tie one way contracts so that their star researchers would not desert to the competitor's camp.
My brother uses a tie pin to keep his tie securely in place.
No matter what part of the United States she visited, she wore a tie made of different colored scarves.
The young executive was making a presentation and his tie was a nice reflection of the industry he represented.

Noun

The tie between father and son is unbreakable.
Don't buy a necktie that is too long.
The company's selling strategy is also a tie to their market niche that customers do not generally use and thus are grateful for who will offer the product or service.
Their company, which included partnerships in biotech and US army, made the tie most intent and meaningful given Kiril's infatuation with the branch of science.
You cannot wear a tie that is torn.