as in friendly
used to describe a group of people who care about each other and who are very friendly with each other
We are a tight-knit community.
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Recent Examples of tight-knit
Sandra Carey, who lives in Amado just south of Tucson and sets up her produce stand at the market every weekend, described the area as friendly and tight-knit.
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Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 15 Feb. 2026
Elsewhere, Pfeiffer praised the collaborative and tight-knit environment the cast built.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 14 Feb. 2026
The Cougars were a bit unsure of what the goaltending would look like after two-time All-Scholastic Patrick Clair graduated, but their four goalies now are a supportive and tight-knit group that’s seen Camara rise up as of late.
—Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 7 Feb. 2026
Though always tight-knit, things between the Beckhams have taken a turn in recent years, with rumors of a feud between Brooklyn and his family members dating back to his 2022 wedding to wife Nicola Peltz Beckham.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 21 Jan. 2026
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Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 15 Feb. 2026
Elsewhere, Pfeiffer praised the collaborative and tight-knit environment the cast built.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 14 Feb. 2026
The Cougars were a bit unsure of what the goaltending would look like after two-time All-Scholastic Patrick Clair graduated, but their four goalies now are a supportive and tight-knit group that’s seen Camara rise up as of late.
—Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 7 Feb. 2026
Though always tight-knit, things between the Beckhams have taken a turn in recent years, with rumors of a feud between Brooklyn and his family members dating back to his 2022 wedding to wife Nicola Peltz Beckham.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 21 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tight-knit
Adjective
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The Moon squares Jupiter, pitting your ambitious 10th house against your friendly 7th house.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
2 Apr. 2026
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But the financial institutions have begun to crowd out the city’s signature and historically local retail and restaurant-friendly Miracle Mile strip.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Earlier thinkers, most famously Aristotle, had gone so far as to propose that eudaemonia was an inherently communal accomplishment, one that could only take root in the proper social and political context.—
Becca Rothfeld,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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Some Brookhill attractions include Inner Peaks Climbing Center, an indoor rock-climbing facility, Puttery, an indoor mini-golf bar for adults and bars such as Pins Mechanical, a social spot with a retro arcade and other games.—
Chase Jordan
March 30,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Nevada County’s admission comes as AI programs are under close watch around the globe for introducing incorrect legal references in cases, yet also increasingly offered as tools to help lawyers and judges research and write their briefs, motions and opinions.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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Catcher Danny Jansen hit a three-run home run in the seventh inning to bust open a close game, and the Rangers held on for an 8-5 road win over the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday.—
Jim Barnes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The Bediako case is a nice counterexample to the favoritism argument; the first judge stepped aside when his relationship with the university, or at least the coverage and commentary surrounding it, was too close-knit to be ignored, and the second judge ruled against his alma mater.—
Stewart Mandel,
New York Times,
14 Feb. 2026
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The Bruins begin the season with a versatile and close-knit roster, Grant said.—
Anthony Solorzano,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Not a good idea when your intention is to be gracious.—
Judith Martin,
Mercury News,
28 Mar. 2026
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Bottom-liners had also nixed Gehry’s original design for a more gracious lobby with a cafe out front, not the gloomy one installed against his will.—
Classical Music Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Tight-knit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tight-knit. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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