tie in
phrasal verb·1 sense·particle in
Meanings
Be connected to or fit with something else
Why “in”? A person, idea, effort, or item becomes part of a group, activity, or plan.
“This ties in with our research.”
“The clue ties in with her story.”
Don't confuse with
Tie in means connect with something else. Tie up means fasten something so it cannot move.
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“This ties in with our research.” What does it mean?
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Sink In connects verbs by particle pattern, contrast pairs, and shared base verbs.
tie up
A contrast learners often mix up
Fasten with rope or string so something cannot move
blend in
Same in pattern: inclusion
Look or behave like the people around you
break in
Same in pattern: inclusion
Enter a building illegally by force; Interrupt a conversation and begin speaking
bring in
Same in pattern: inclusion
Introduce someone or something into a discussion or organisation; Earn money for a person or business; Introduce a new law, system or rule; Deliver a verdict in a court
chime in
Same in pattern: inclusion
Add a comment to a conversation
chip in
Same in pattern: inclusion
Contribute money or effort to a shared cause
come in
Same in pattern: inclusion
Enter a room or building; Arrive at a destination; Become available, fashionable or in season; Have a useful function or role; (of money or income) be received; Finish a race in a particular position
count in
Same in pattern: inclusion
Include as a participant
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