hang tight

American  

[hang tahyt] / ˈhæŋ ˈtaɪt /

idiom

Informal.

1. to wait for something to happen, often with some tension or anxiety.

   Just hang tight and give me a moment to figure this out.

   Her court date's not till next week, so there's not much I can say to her except hang tight and try not to get in any more fights.

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Etymology

Origin of hang tight

First recorded in 1915–20

Example Sentences

“Hang tight, be patient, and keep the faith.”

From Los Angeles Times

But for now, Fontes said, Arizonans should “hang tight.”

From Los Angeles Times

The 2010 Derby Borel won with Super Saver stuck out as the blueprint to hang tight to the rail, get the lead and cross the finish line first.

From Seattle Times

“Squeeze my hand, that’s it. Hang tight, OK.”

From Seattle Times

Adam Mosseri, head of Threads and Instagram, told users to “hang tight!” when asked when a web version of the app would be available.

From Washington Times