What does "estrechar" mean in English?

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Spanish

estrechar

English

to tighten

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Alternative translations of "estrechar"

tighten
narrow
hug
shake hands
strengthen

Examples of how to use "estrechar" in Spanish

Spanish
Estrechó su mano con fuerza.
English
He shook his hand firmly.
Spanish
Yo estrecho tu mano con cuidado.
English
I carefully shake your hand.
Spanish
Ayer estrechaste la bufanda alrededor.
English
Yesterday, you wrapped the scarf around.
Spanish
Ella estrechaba el ramo con ternura.
English
She was tenderly holding the bouquet.
Spanish
Mañana estrecharemos la alianza simbólica.
English
Tomorrow, we will exchange the symbolic alliance.

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