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

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