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tight spot

idiom

A difficult position.


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  1. 01

    hang tight

    To wait, without attempting to address a challenging, alarming, or dangerous situation, until a later point in time.

  2. 02

    hit the spot

    To be particularly pleasing or appropriate; to be just right.

  3. 03

    sit tight

    To wait patiently; to take no action; to remain quiet or relatively motionless.

  4. 04

    soft spot

    A sentimental fondness or affection.

  5. 05

    spot check

    A cursory inspection or examination, especially of a sample of something.

  6. 06

    spot of bother

    A slight problem; a small predicament.

  7. 07

    tight lips

    Of a person, silence or reticence.

  8. 08

    tight ship

    A well-organized and highly disciplined organization.

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