tightening
US /ˈtaɪt.ən.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈtaɪtənɪŋ/
名词
收紧, 紧缩
the act of making something tighter or more restrictive
示例:
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The government announced a tightening of immigration laws.
政府宣布收紧移民法。
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There has been a gradual tightening of security measures.
安全措施已逐步收紧。
动词
收紧, 勒紧
making or becoming tight or tighter
示例:
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The rope was tightening around the package.
绳子正在勒紧包裹。
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The company is tightening its belt due to economic difficulties.
由于经济困难，公司正在勒紧裤腰带。