He tried tightening it, and the horse sucked air.

If water leaks from the toilet's handle, try tightening the large nut surrounding it.

If partial success is achieved, try tightening the ring further.

Valentine tried tightening his belt, only it made him look like a circus clown.

If a bracket seems loose, try tightening the screws that hold it to the door.

To remedy the condition, first try tightening the packing nut, using a wrench.

I tried tightening the three nuts, but soon they froze.

If the plate is loose, try tightening the screws holding it.

He knew better by now than to try tightening a string too far.