tight
adjective
firmly or closely fixed in place; not easily moved; secure.
Example Sentences
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Being far more ruthless and determined, Miller would no doubt run a tighter ship than Pulte or McCarthy.
From Salon ● Oct. 17, 2026
They said higher energy prices and tighter financial conditions could push up operating costs and interest rates, adding to doubts over "the long-term profitability and viability of AI business models".
From Barron's ● Oct. 17, 2026
Australia has set out to make its legislation tighter to stop this.
From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2026
Worries about a tighter defense budget have downed drone firm stocks this year.
From Barron's ● Oct. 14, 2026
I turned back to Frankie once she was gone and held his hand even tighter, as if that could convince him to open his eyes.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
