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Edit This Grammar Lesson: Tide vs. Tied

  • Writer: Steve Gamel
    Steve Gamel
  • 11 minutes ago
  • 2 min read
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Welcome to another Edit This® grammar lesson. In today's blog post, we will discuss Tide vs. Tied. Do you know the difference between them?


Most people reading this might respond with a resounding "YES!" However, these are examples of homophones—words that sound the same but have different meanings and spellings. And they trip more people up than you might think.


Let's clear up any lingering confusion, shall we?

Tide commonly refers to the periodic rise and fall of sea levels. It can also be used when writing about a recent trend or movement.


  • There has been a rising tide of interest in my book lately.

  • You should leave the harbor during high tide.

  • Dang it! The tide has turned against us.


Tied has several meanings. It can mean to restrict or limit someone to a particular situation or place. It also refers to connecting, linking, and being attached or fastened to something. Tied also refers to achieving the same score as another team.


  • Mike tied his shoelaces before the race.

  • Susan and Jane were tied to that chair with thick ropes.

  • The soccer teams finished tied for first place.


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