tighter

Example Sentences

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Alan Knox is among those who have called for tighter restrictions.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

They got tighter and crisper, as reflected in the reactions at their frenzied live shows, where fans flying through the crowd and the hurricane swirl of their mosh pits are commonplace.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

“The East Coast is short, but the market is seeing regions that are even tighter and more shorter, and that’s why we’re seeing these very unusual trade flows,” Stetter said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

These include possible fuel price hikes, tighter controls on overseas remittances and steps to attract dollar deposits from non-resident Indians -- a playbook used in past crises.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

He scratched at my arm so I’d hold him tighter.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck