Tie-ups are a type of knot or binding that can be used to secure objects together. The term can also refer to a situation in which two or more parties are unable to move forward due to conflicting interests. Crossword solutions for the term tie-ups include snarls (6 letters), logjams (7 letters), LACES (5 letters), and anchorages (10 letters). Snarls refer to a tangled mass of something, such as hair or string, while logjams are a blockage of logs or other objects in a river. LACES are a type of cord or string used to tie shoes or other objects, and anchorages are a place where ships can be secured.