締めつける
Reading: しめつける
Meaning: to tighten, to constrict, to squeeze
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Example Sentence
ベルト を きつく 締めつける
To tightly fasten the belt.
Usage Notes
Can be used literally for physical tightening or figuratively for oppression.
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