as in economy
the quality or practice of being overly sparing with money
a man of legendary tightness, he has plenty of money in his savings account
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Recent Examples of tightness
Coach Bill Self did say afterward Peterson was suffering from hamstring tightness in a morning shootaround session.
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Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 12 Nov. 2025
O’Hara complained about the tightness of the handcuffs, which were on for between 15 and 20 minutes, but no efforts were made to loosen them, according to the complaint.
—Brieanna J. Frank, USA Today, 10 Nov. 2025
McCaffrey, 29, has avoided the 49ers’ injury report since calf tightness was listed for Weeks 1-3, thrusting him into contention for MVP, Offensive Player of the Year and Comeback Player of the Year.
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2025
Over time, this changes how force travels through your joints and tissues, leading to pain and tightness in your knees, hips and lower back.
—Dana Santas, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025
Private companies added just 42,000 jobs October, payroll processor ADP said Wednesday, a fresh datapoint that highlights continued tightness in the labor market but one that is better than some previous months.
—Steve Kopack, NBC news, 5 Nov. 2025
White, who has yet to take the floor this season due to a calf strain, was set to be re-evaluated on Monday after experiencing tightness during a five-on-five scrimmage just over two weeks ago.
—Evan Bell, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
Denver guard Jamal Murray (left calf tightness) and forward Cameron Johnson (right shoulder inflammation) are also dealing with injuries, but both are listed as probable against the Kings.
—Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 3 Nov. 2025
Alastin Gentle Cleanser is a sulfate-free formula that effectively removes dirt, oil, and makeup without stripping the skin or causing tightness.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 30 Oct. 2025
Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 12 Nov. 2025
O’Hara complained about the tightness of the handcuffs, which were on for between 15 and 20 minutes, but no efforts were made to loosen them, according to the complaint.
—Brieanna J. Frank, USA Today, 10 Nov. 2025
McCaffrey, 29, has avoided the 49ers’ injury report since calf tightness was listed for Weeks 1-3, thrusting him into contention for MVP, Offensive Player of the Year and Comeback Player of the Year.
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2025
Over time, this changes how force travels through your joints and tissues, leading to pain and tightness in your knees, hips and lower back.
—Dana Santas, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025
Private companies added just 42,000 jobs October, payroll processor ADP said Wednesday, a fresh datapoint that highlights continued tightness in the labor market but one that is better than some previous months.
—Steve Kopack, NBC news, 5 Nov. 2025
White, who has yet to take the floor this season due to a calf strain, was set to be re-evaluated on Monday after experiencing tightness during a five-on-five scrimmage just over two weeks ago.
—Evan Bell, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
Denver guard Jamal Murray (left calf tightness) and forward Cameron Johnson (right shoulder inflammation) are also dealing with injuries, but both are listed as probable against the Kings.
—Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 3 Nov. 2025
Alastin Gentle Cleanser is a sulfate-free formula that effectively removes dirt, oil, and makeup without stripping the skin or causing tightness.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tightness
Noun
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As India opened its economy to the world in the 1990s, Khan opened its heart.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
9 Nov. 2025
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The model applies circular economy principles—reduce, reuse, and recycle—to chart a more sustainable path for China’s sand and gravel industry.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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What once telegraphed cheapness now confers extreme value.—
The Editors,
Robb Report,
8 Nov. 2025
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Recent cheapness in the muni market was driven by heavy issuance.—
Paul Malloy,
Fortune,
4 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Walter’s first full season in charge was the end of the penny pinching that existed under prior owner Frank McCourt.—
Kurt Badenhausen,
Sportico.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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The shoes have a wide toe box with plenty of room for feet to spread out, which helps prevent painful pinching and accommodates foot issues.—
Isabel Garcia,
People.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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But starting in 1970, Time and Date AS has tracked observance of daylight saving time in Kentucky every year.—
Chris Sims,
Louisville Courier Journal,
30 Oct. 2025
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Daylight saving time always begins on the second Sunday of March and ends on the first Sunday of November.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
30 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The closeness in my race and the closeness in the president's race last year were real eye-openers.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 Nov. 2025
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As people increasingly turn to such bots for emotional support and life advice, recent incidents have spotlighted their potential to manipulate vulnerable people by facilitating a false sense of closeness or care.—
Angela Yang,
NBC news,
31 Oct. 2025
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“Tightness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tightness. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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