Give the wheel a quick spin before you tighten the bolt.
Give the wheel a quick spin before you tighten the bolt.
English
tighten
ˈtaɪ.tən, ˈtaɪt(ə)n
Meaning: to make or become tighter
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | tighten |
| 3rd person singular present | tightens |
| Present participle | tightenning |
| Past | tightenned |
| Will future | will tighten |
| Going-to future | going to tighten |
| Imperative negative | don't tighten / do not tighten |
Example sentences
You should tighten the screws to ensure the shelf is stable.
You should tighten the screws to ensure the shelf is stable.
He tightened his belt after losing some weight.
He tightened his belt after losing some weight.
I used a screwdriver to tighten the loose screw on the chair.
I used a screwdriver to tighten the loose screw on the chair.
Please tighten the bolt with a wrench before the shelf falls.
Please tighten the bolt with a wrench before the shelf falls.
Usage Notes
Can refer to making a physical object firmer, or making rules and regulations stricter.
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