But his hands were effectively tied by established party practices.

Under international regulations, a player who turns out at that level is then effectively tied to the country he has represented.

Of the 11 states, all but Nevada and Colorado were described by both sides as being effectively tied.

China's central bank informally but effectively ties the yuan's value to the dollar.

He said this effectively tied the committee's hands.

In her use of symbols like this one, she overreaches, loading up their possible meanings without effectively tying them back to the larger narrative.

Such allusions tie the effectively tense domestic battles to the struggling self-image of the Japanese.

He was effectively tied and gagged.

For those who wish to do serious research, the cost will not be an issue but the restriction on usage will effectively tie one hand behind their back.

Her heart in her throat, Crystal grabbed back control and realized that Kraydak had effectively tied her hands.