Meaning & use
Tying
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Fastening or securing something using a cord, string, rope, or similar material, typically by forming a knot; also, achieving an equal score with an opponent.
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She spent a minute tying her shoelaces before the race began.
The late goal ended up tying the match at two apiece.
A note on using this word
As the present participle of 'tie,' 'tying' keeps the 'y' rather than changing it to 'i,' one of English's few exceptions to the usual spelling rule for '-ing' endings.
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2. verb
Achieving an equal score or result with a competitor.
His three-pointer ended up tying the game with seconds left.
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