tight corner

Example Sentences

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We try a tight corner off the square, a bodega with hanging leather wineskins and plenty of barrels, and finally win a spot at the small counter.

From Salon • Nov. 8, 2025

Though tech is of course at the heart of “Star Trek” — tech with heart, the way out of every tight corner.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2022

And a shining example of a top player taking charge and getting his team out of a tight corner.

From The Guardian • Feb. 5, 2022

The defeat has pushed Rajasthan into a very tight corner with six points from nine games and only five matches left.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 17, 2020

“Your father got me out of a very tight corner a few days ago. Yeah, I’m staying just the one year. Special favor to Dumbledore. One year, and then back to my quiet retirement.”

From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling