His tightfistedness made family gatherings awkward when everyone waited for him to offer to pay.

After reviewing the quarterly losses, management decided to tighten the purse strings to avoid further layoffs.

The shoes were tightish at first, but they loosened after an hour of walking.

The tightheads worked together to stabilize the scrum during the final minutes.

The jar lid was tighter than Dick's hatband after I washed it, and I couldn't open it without a wrench.

She studied the history of tightlacing and the cultural pressures that shaped women's silhouettes.

When the economy slows, it's time to tighten one's belt and cut unnecessary spending.

The recent tightenings in monetary policy have slowed consumer spending.

She walked into the room in a tightfitting dress that made everyone look twice.

The tightlacer adjusted her corset before stepping onto the ballroom floor.