tight

adjective B1 Neutral

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Meaning

"Tight" means something is firmly held or closely fitted, like clothing or a container.

💡 Be careful not to confuse "tight" with "loose," which means not fitting closely.

Example Sentences

Is the lid on the jar too tight to open ?

The lid is tight , so I can't open the jar .

The lid on the jar is very tight and hard to open .

The shirt is too tight and it feels uncomfortable to wear .

Word in Context

She filled a jar with soup and put the lid on to keep it fresh . The lid felt tight , so she used a cloth to close it well . Then she put the jar in the fridge and wrote the date on a sticker . After that , she washed the dishes and dried the cloth .

Common Phrases

tight clothes tight schedule tight grip

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