to grasp tightly

to tie ②to wear (necktie, belt) ③to kill (fish, poultry, etc.)

tie up ②sum ③counter for bundles ④end mark

deadline ②cofferdam ③closed (door, window, etc.)

to tighten

to chew thoroughly ②to reflect upon

to tighten

locking up (doors and windows)

to manage ②to crack down on

control

to become tense

to close up ②to cut off (e.g. because a deadline has expired)

to shut out

in all

to bring to a finish ②to bind firmly ③to superintend

manager ②chief treasurer ③boss (of a gambling den)

hand-clapping performed to celebrate the conclusion or completion of something (3-3-3-1 rhythm, done once) ②single clap after a cheer

conclusion

pressure

tightening

conclusion ②fastening (as in a joint)

conclusion of a treaty

conclusion of a contract

forming an alliance

connective tissue

date of execution (e.g. of a contract)

prompt conclusion

signatory nation

oil press