I am tied up with work this week, so I can't go out.
tied up tightly
Frequency:
45
%
The package was tied up tightly with a bow.
tied up knots
Frequency:
35
%
He spent hours tying up knots in the rope.
tied up schedule
Frequency:
25
%
Her tied up schedule left little time for relaxation.
Idiomatic Expressions for tied up
Phrase: Tied up in red tape
Meaning: To be delayed or hindered by bureaucratic procedures or regulations.
Usage: The project is tied up in red tape, so we can't move forward.