tie down
US /taɪ daʊn/
UK /taɪ daʊn/
1.
amarrar, prender
to fasten something securely with rope or cord
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We need to tie down the tent before the storm hits.
Precisamos amarrar a barraca antes que a tempestade chegue.
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Make sure to tie down all loose items on the boat.
Certifique-se de amarrar todos os itens soltos no barco.
2.
prender, limitar
to restrict someone's freedom or ability to act
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His current job really ties him down, so he can't travel much.
O emprego atual dele realmente o prende, então ele não pode viajar muito.
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Don't let responsibilities tie you down too much.
Não deixe que as responsabilidades o prendam demais.