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tight
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serrato
(of clothes or shoes) fitting closely or firmly, especially in an uncomfortable way
Example
His shoes were too tight, and they gave him blisters.
The tight collar of his shirt made him feel uncomfortable.
She could n't wait to take off her tight dress after the party.
02
stretto, teso
pulled or drawn tight
03
tirchio, avaro
(used of persons or behavior) characterized by or indicative of lack of generosity
Example
The seal on the container was tight, keeping the food fresh.
They formed a tight circle around the campfire to keep warm.
05
stretto, fisso
set so close together as to be invulnerable to penetration
06
rigido, difficile
affected by scarcity and expensive to borrow
07
ermetico, stretto
of such close construction as to be impermeable
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rigido, stretto
requiring strict following of rules or plans, with little flexibility
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difficile, complicato
exasperatingly difficult to handle or circumvent
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teso, stretto
stretched in a way that is completely flat or straight
12
ubriaco, brillo
very drunk
13
salda, ben fissato
securely or solidly fixed in place; rigid
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stretto, ristretto
having little available money or time, making it difficult to manage or spend freely
tight
01
stretto
in a manner that is firmly held, fastened, or closely fitted
Example
The screws were fastened tight to ensure the stability of the furniture.
The dress fit tight around her waist, accentuating her figure.
The lid of the jar was screwed on tight to keep the contents fresh.
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con attenzione, scrupolosamente
in an attentive manner
Esempio
His shoes were too tight, and they gave him blisters.
The tight collar of his shirt made him feel uncomfortable.
She couldn't wait to take off her tight dress after the party.
The gloves were too tight on his hands, making it difficult to move his fingers.
The new jeans were so tight that she had trouble buttoning them.
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