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tie hands

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tie someone's hands

 

1. Lit. to use rope or string to tie someone's hands together. The robber tied my hands and I couldn't call the police.

2. Fig. to prevent someone from doing something. I'd like to help you, but my boss has tied my hands. Please don't tie my hands with unnecessary restrictions. I'd like the freedom to do whatever is necessary.

See also: hand, tie