to stretch (to tie) the string
1string — [striŋ] n. [ME streng < OE, akin to Ger strang: see STRONG] 1. a) a thin line of twisted fiber used for tying, pulling, fastening, etc.; slender cord or thick thread b) a narrow strip of leather or cloth for fastening shoes, clothing, etc.;… …
2string — I. noun Etymology: Middle English, from Old English streng; akin to Old High German strang rope, Latin stringere to bind tight more at strain Date: before 12th century 1. a. a cord usually used to bind, fasten, or tie often used attributively < a …
3History of the Pittsburgh Steelers — The Pittsburgh Steelers are a National Football League franchise.The early years: Decades of futilityThe Pittsburgh NFL team, usually known as the Pirates in reference to their Forbes Field baseball club landlords, first took to the field on… …
4History of the Los Angeles Lakers — The Los Angeles Lakers franchise has a long and storied history, predating the formation of the National Basketball Association (NBA). Founded in 1947, the Lakers are one of the NBA s most famous and successful franchises. As of summer 2010, the… …
5History of the New York Giants (1925–1978) — The history of the New York Giants covers the American football franchise from the team s inception until the conclusion of their tumultuous 1978 season. Currently members of the NFL s National Football Conference, the Giants were founded in 1925 …
6Rivalries in the National Football League — As with all sports leagues, there are a number of significant rivalries in the National Football League (NFL). Rivalries are occasionally created due to a particular event that causes bad blood between teams, players, coaches, or owners, but for… …
7History of the Buffalo Bills — This article details the history of the Buffalo Bills American Football Club. The team began play in 1960 as a charter member of the American Football League (AFL) and won two consecutive AFL titles in 1964 and 1965. The club joined the National… …
8Red string of fate — The red string of fate (Traditional Chinese: 紅線; Simplified Chinese: 紅线; Yale: hung4sin3; Pinyin: hóngxiàn ), also referred to as the red thread of destiny, red thread of fate (and by other variants) is an East Asian belief originating from… …
9History of the New York Giants (1979–1993) — The history of the New York Giants from 1979 to 1993, covers one of the most successful periods in the American football franchise s history. Currently members of the NFL s National Football Conference, the Giants struggled after reaching the NFL …
10History of the Kansas City Royals — The following is a detailed history of the Kansas City Royals, a Major League Baseball team that began play in 1969 in Kansas City, Missouri. The team is currently in the American League Central Division. The franchise has won six division titles …
