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tie down

to confine; restrain; restrict

tie in

to bring into or have a connection
to make or be consistent, harmonious, etc.

tie into

Informal to attack vigorously

tie off

to make (a rope or line) fast
to close off passage through by tying with something

tie one on

Slang to get drunk

tie up

to tie firmly or securely
to wrap up and tie with string, cord, etc.
to moor (a ship or boat) to a dock
â to obstruct; hinder; stop
to cause to be already in use, retained, committed, etc.

See tie in American Heritage Dictionary 4 Idioms

tie one on

Slang

To become intoxicated; go on a drinking spree.

tie the knot

Slang

To get married.
To perform a marriage ceremony.

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