as in silent
tending not to speak frequently (as by habit or inclination)
the cabinet official is usually tight-lipped about her private life
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Recent Examples of tight-lipped
As is typical of China, which tends to be tight-lipped about many specifics of its space plans, the nation has not divulged when exactly this flight will take place.
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Andrew Jones, Scientific American, 9 Apr. 2026
All those involved in the Punisher TV event have largely remained tight-lipped over what the actual story specifics entail.
—Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Apr. 2026
The Falcons' front office and coaching staff, which is largely full of new faces this season, has remained tight-lipped during the active investigation.
—ABC News, 8 Apr. 2026
At the time, RTD and its CEO Debra Johnson remained tight-lipped about Fitzgerald's suspension and subsequent firing.
—Laura Phillips, CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
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Andrew Jones, Scientific American, 9 Apr. 2026
All those involved in the Punisher TV event have largely remained tight-lipped over what the actual story specifics entail.
—Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Apr. 2026
The Falcons' front office and coaching staff, which is largely full of new faces this season, has remained tight-lipped during the active investigation.
—ABC News, 8 Apr. 2026
At the time, RTD and its CEO Debra Johnson remained tight-lipped about Fitzgerald's suspension and subsequent firing.
—Laura Phillips, CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for tight-lipped
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tight-lipped
Adjective
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Republican members also remained silent, with the exception of Chairman Charlie Geren of Fort Worth, who called for the vote.—
Jack Fink,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Behind bars, Jeffs ordered his followers to no longer marry or have children and later became increasingly silent, paving the way for Bateman to assert himself as his heir.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
11 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Stir together 1/4 cup of the reserved cola mixture and remaining 1/4 cup bourbon in a small bowl, then brush evenly over warm cake.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
9 Apr. 2026
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Through Sapphire Reserve Experiences, cardholders receive special shopping perks and access to a reserved experience located on the second green, featuring premium seating, complimentary refreshments, private restrooms and more.—
Ryley Amond,
CNBC,
8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Proof is just smart enough without risking making anyone feel dumb.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
17 Apr. 2026
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Trump has routinely mocked his political opponents and critics as crazy or dumb.—
Joseph Konig,
PEOPLE,
17 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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In contrast, Ionic capitals, which are more restrained, currently grace the columns at the entrance of the White House.—
Kevin D. Murphy,
The Conversation,
10 Apr. 2026
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Some had pushed for a slightly more restrained proposal that would have given Democrats the upper hand in nine of the 11 House seats.—
Russell Berman,
The Atlantic,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Tight-lipped.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tight-lipped. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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