| Id | ESLPod_0820_WE_1315 |
|---|---|
| Episode Id | ESLPod 820 |
| Episode Title | Performing Poorly at Work |
| Phrase | tight |
| Text | In this podcast, the word "tight" means in a close relationship with another person, sharing personal and private information and thoughts: "It's unusual for a man and woman to be as tight as those two are, without being more than just friends." When describing money, "tight" means scarce and never having enough money: "Money has been tight for the family ever since Benny lost his job." When describing time, "tight" means not having enough time available in one's schedule to do all the things one wants or needs to do: "My schedule is pretty tight on Wednesday. Can we meet on Thursday instead?" Finally, the phrase "in a tight spot" means with problems, or in a difficult situation: "If they don't sign the contract today, it will put us all in a tight spot." |
| Topics | Business |
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