tightly

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Tightly Definition & Meaning

1. Firmly or securely: something that is tightly held or fastened is firmly secured in place.

Example: She held onto the rope tightly to avoid falling off the cliff.

2. Closely or compactly: something that is tightly packed or tightly woven is closely arranged or compressed.

Example: The suitcase was tightly packed with clothes for the trip.

3. Strictly or closely controlled: something that is tightly regulated or tightly monitored is strictly controlled or closely watched.

Example: The company's finances were tightly monitored by the auditors.

4. Intensely or closely: something that is tightly focused or tightly knit is intensely focused or closely connected.

Example: The team worked together tightly to win the championship.

5. In a constricting or suffocating manner: something that is tightly constricted or tightly bound is constricting or suffocating.

Example: The snake wrapped itself tightly around its prey to suffocate it.

Examples of the word tightly used in sentences.

  • The rope tightly tied around the tree trunk.
  • He hugged me tightly when I saw him again after a long time.
  • The lid is tightly closed, the food won't spill out.
  • I hold my baby tightly when I carry her.
  • The door was tightly locked and no one could get in.
  • The child clung tightly to his mother's hand while crossing the busy street.
  • The lid of the jar was screwed on tightly to keep the food fresh.
  • The rope was tied tightly around the package to secure its contents.
  • She held on tightly to the railing as she climbed the steep staircase.
  • He hugged his friend tightly before saying goodbye at the airport.
  • He hugged her tightly and whispered, "I'll never let you go."
  • She held tightly onto her mother's hand during the scary movie.
  • The rope was tied tightly to the post to secure the boat.
  • The rules for the exam were tightly enforced to prevent cheating.
  • The lid was screwed on tightly to keep the food fresh.
  • She held onto the rope tightly as she descended the steep cliff.
  • The coach instructed the players to hold onto the ball tightly to prevent turnovers.
  • She hugged her loved ones tightly before departing on her trip abroad.
  • The branches of the tree were tightly interwoven, creating a natural canopy.
  • The lid was tightly sealed on the container to ensure freshness.
  • The company's financial controller tightly monitored the budget, ensuring that expenses were kept to a minimum.
  • The rescue team tightly secured the rope harness around the injured climber before lowering him down the steep cliff.
  • She held on tightly to her father's hand as they crossed the busy street, feeling safe and protected.
  • The athlete tightly clamped down on his nerves, visualizing success and mentally preparing for the high-pressure event.
  • The hotel receptionist tightly clutched the guest's passport, carefully checking the details before handing it back.
  • The conductor tightly gripped his baton and began the symphony.
  • The hiker held onto the cliff tightly, refusing to let go despite the precarious situation.
  • The rollercoaster safety harness held me tightly as we plummeted downhill.
  • The new policy was tightly enforced to ensure compliance from all employees.
  • The sailors tied the rope tightly around the mast to secure it during the storm.
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