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tied

adj.
B1 Intermediate US //ˈtaɪd// UK //tˈaɪd// tied

adj. fastened or joined together with a string, rope, or knot. It can also mean that two people or teams have the same score in a game.

adj. fastened, secured, or restricted by a cord or similar bond; alternatively, having an equal score in a competition. Often functions as a participial adjective in predicative or attributive positions.


SIMPLE

The two teams are tied at the end of the first half.

CONTEXTUAL

The archaeologist found several bundles of ancient tools tied together with preserved leather straps.

COMPLEX

Although the scores remained tied throughout the final quarter, the home team eventually secured a narrow victory during the closing seconds of overtime.

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When referring to scores, it is frequently followed by the preposition 'at' or 'with'.

Pitfall

The game was tie.The game was tied.Learners often use the base noun/verb 'tie' instead of the past participle 'tied' when describing the state of the score.

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