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Tighten (Verb)

Severely restrict in scope or extent; "tighten the rules"; "stiffen the regulations".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

The government will tighten the regulations on greenhouse gas emissions to combat climate change.
In response to the security threats, the company decided to tighten its data protection policies.
The new management team plans to tighten the company's budget and reduce unnecessary expenses.
To curb the spread of the disease, the health authorities will tighten the quarantine rules for travelers.
The bank tightened its lending standards, making it more difficult for customers to obtain loans.

Make tight or tighter; "Tighten the wire".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Narrow or limit; "reduce the influx of foreigners".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Become tight or tighter; "The rope tightened".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

She used a wrench to tighten the loose bolt on the machinery.
As she descended into the cave, the air seemed to tighten around her, making it hard to breathe.
The seatbelt will tighten automatically as soon as the plane takes off.
He took a few deep breaths and watched as his nervous muscles tightened with each passing moment.
As the hurricane approached, the rope on the gate started to tighten and eventually snapped.