Synonyms of sit tight

sit tight

phrase

1

as in wait

to remain in place in readiness or expectation of something

Sit tight and I'll be back in a minute.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• wait
• stay
• hold on
• bide one's time
• hold one's breath
• cool one's heels
• await
• hang around
• stick around
• remain
• stand by
• linger
• bide
• watch (for)
• expect
• anticipate
• tarry

2

as in hide

to remain out of sight

He told his partner to sit tight while he went to get backup.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• hide
• lurk
• lie
• lie low
• hole up
• repose
• skulk
• sneak
• avoid
• evade
• elude
• slink

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• appear
• come out
• show up
• materialize
• turn up

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of sit tight

The candidates who spent 2024 and 2025 sitting tight will start moving when the conditions shift—and the move will happen faster than many organizations expect. — Miriam Groom, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

Energy levels could also be fluctuating, making priorities more difficult to tackle, so sit tight before charging forward. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 16 Aug. 2026

His goal sparked an offensive assault from Boise as Portland sank into a deep defensive mould, with five defenders and four midfielders sitting tight in their own box. — Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 18 July 2026