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Meaning
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tighten
To tighten something with firm physical force, often referring to a strong grip or a chokehold.
vi Anh ấy đang siết chặt con ốc bằng cờ lê.
en He is tightening the bolt with a wrench.
run vigorously
A term used to describe the powerful and vigorous flow of water in a river.
vi Sau cơn mưa lớn, nước sông chảy rất siết.
en After the heavy rain, the river water runs vigorously.
cut off
The act of blocking or cutting off a specific supply, communication line, or passage.
vi Họ đã siết chặt các đường dây liên lạc của đối phương.
en They cut off the enemy's communication lines.
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