tighter
Example Sentences
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“The market is worried about lots of other macro issues: fiscal sustainability, governance, growth, fuel costs, tighter banking sector liquidity, and systemic vulnerability to foreign capital outflows,” Zeng said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
What the business press didn’t report was the timing of another issue much tighter than the three-year lag after the move.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
That said, sales growth is likely to remain subdued as cautious consumer spending, tighter auto financing conditions and high fuel prices will continue to pressure demand.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
But the sweet trend could be under threat in some parts of the country, as some councils are considering enforcing tighter licensing rules.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
Dad clutches Camille even tighter while Aunt Melissa looks nervously at me.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
