Tight (Adverb)
Meaning 1
Firmly or closely; "held fast to the rope"; "her foot was stuck fast"; "held tight".
Examples
- She held the safety harness tight as the rollercoaster dropped down the first hill.
- The little girl insisted on hugging her favorite teddy bear tight before going to sleep.
- The rescuers managed to pull the raft tight to the shore and dragged in the survivors.
- The ropes held tight around the load even in the strong winds.
- Keep the straps around your athletic shoes tied tight if you don't want them coming undone during a match.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
In an attentive manner; "he remained close on his guard".
Examples
- She remained tight on her children while they played near the road to ensure their safety.
- He kept tight on the team's performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.
- The security guard stayed tight on the premises throughout the night to prevent any intruders.
- She remained tight on her competitor's pricing strategy to adjust hers accordingly.
- The coach stayed tight on his players' movements during the game to detect any weaknesses.