tighten

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Within the administration, those looking for a more transactional approach to the rivalry have held more sway than hawks looking to tighten restrictions on China.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

“Oil prices climbed for a second day as the global oil market continued to tighten amid limited prospects for a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz,” analysts at Saxo Bank say.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

Within the administration, those looking for a more transactional approach to the rivalry have held more sway than hawks looking to tighten restrictions on China.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

Analysts had wondered whether consumers would tighten their belts and forgo vacations given the higher travel costs.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

In fact, it seemed to be making straight for me, and I felt my skin tighten.

From "Beyond the Bright Sea" by Lauren Wolk