What does tightening mean?
Tightening means present participle and gerund of tighten.
Tightening
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
present participle and gerund of tighten.
Definitions by Sense
- present participle and gerund of tighten
- The act or process of making more tight.
Example Sentences
There are lingering feelings among some board members, especially in the developing world, that the fund joined with the United States and other wealthy countries in demanding overly austere budget cuts and other fiscal tightenings for the countries that were bailed out in the previous decade.
Synonyms for tightening
Antonyms for tightening
Related Words
Word Forms
- tightenings
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for tightening?
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What is the opposite of tightening?
Possible antonyms include loosening.
How do you use tightening in a sentence?
There are lingering feelings among some board members, especially in the developing world, that the fund joined with the United States and other wealthy countries in demanding overly austere budget cuts and other fiscal tightenings for the countries that were bailed out in the previous decade.
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