tighten

Example Sentences

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Like other United Nations agencies, the ILO is currently facing significant financial pressure and is undergoing major reforms as it strives to tighten its budget.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

One assumes that crude flows gradually resume under “a negotiated framework,” and another where disruptions deepen and supplies tighten further.

From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026

Davies agreed the onus should be on social media platforms to tighten up safety measures and added adults were also guilty of misusing social media.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

For supporters, the effort represents a long-promised attempt to tighten immigration controls and redefine American citizenship more narrowly.

From Salon • May 24, 2026

The Doberman’s muscles tighten, like it’s ready to charge, so I grab Garrett and race back out the door.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman