# tightens

Pronunciation: say "TY-tuhnz" /ˈtaɪ.tənz/

## Verb

1. Third-person singular simple present of tighten. — third-person singular simple present indicative of tighten
   - Simple: Third-person singular simple present of tighten. Use this form with he, she, it, or one person or thing.
   - _The mechanic tightens every bolt on the wheel before signing off._
   - _Worry tightens her chest whenever the phone rings late at night._

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