(of an outcome, especially one that is desired) Possible but very uncertain
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Physically unyielding, taut or stiff
“Fortunately, I was able to walk on the tight rope for more than three decades, alighting safely each time without any injury to my person or reputation.”
Constructed so as to prevent the passage of water, air, etc.
“Press and seal the edges of the pastry together to form a tight casing.”
Causing difficulty, problems or trouble
“Taking a deep breath is always a good idea when you find yourself in a tight spot, unless the tight spot happens to be underwater.”
Having strict rules or conditions
“The mother has since pursued a systematic policy aimed at keeping her children under tight control.”
Made, fixed or closed firmly and securely
“His hands had a tight grip on the steering wheel, and his posture was anything but relaxed.”
(of a knot) Closely packed
“Have you ever considered that the knot may be tight because nobody has ever tried to loosen it?”
Cramped and allowing very little room for movement
“The van's sliding side doors are ideal when parking in tight spaces.”
(of clothes or shoes) Close-fitting, especially uncomfortably so
“Avoid wearing super tight clothes as they can be uncomfortable, not to mention unflattering.”
(of a game or contest) With evenly matched competitors (as per the score or result)
“When the game is tight, his innate competitive spirit begins to emerge.”
On close or friendly terms
“They met at a party and have been tight ever since.”
(of a written work or form) Concise, condensed, or well structured
“I was completely convinced after listening to his passionate delivery and tight arguments.”
Miserly in nature
“Despite being rich, he was incredibly tight or, perhaps, he was rich because he was incredibly tight.”
Allowing only the minimum time or money for doing something
“Money is tight, and the government needs to know where to target its funding.”
(slang) Extraordinarily great or special
“That's one tight ride you got there.”
(informal) Under the influence of alcohol
“He was quite clearly tight after a big night out.”
Packed or filled tightly with some material, substance or objects
(of an outcome, especially one that is desired) Possible but very uncertain
Full of knots, knotty
Difficult to break and therefore able to withstand rough usage
Organized or planned in a structured manner
Organized, being in good order
(of a bodypart) Physically stiff to the point of aching
(of a secret) Carefully guarded
Imposing or constituting a physical, mental, or figurative load
Turning sharply into another direction
Firmly, so as not to come loose easily
“Make sure you close the lid tight.”
(of sleep) In a sound manner
“Good night, sleep tight.”
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