tight
adjective
firmly or closely fixed in place; not easily moved; secure.
tightly
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a word derived from
tight.
Example Sentences
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They are also protected under CITES, an international agreement that tightly restricts trade in endangered species.
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026
Current theories suggest that magnetic energy builds up as the Sun's magnetic field lines become twisted and coiled -- similar to the mechanical energy stored in a tightly coiled metal spring.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 8, 2026
“I was worried about getting a crazy neighbor, but you seem great,” she added, hugging me tightly and handing me a tray of sandwiches to share with my friends who were helping with the move.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 6, 2026
The complaint alleges Amazon exercises an unlawful monopsony over delivery contractors by tightly controlling their operations and compensation.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 4, 2026
The ceiling above us is tightly packed dirt.
From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer
