After the small talk, let's get down to brass tacks and finalize the project budget.

On the ferry, the kids amused themselves with a quick game of tick-tack-toe.

The tacksman rode into the village to collect overdue taxes, his presence casting a hush over the marketplace.

During the 18th century, the tacksman collected rents and managed the tenants on behalf of the laird.

The Highland estate was managed by several tacksmen who collected rents and maintained clan loyalties.