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ESLPod_1296_WE_2260 Taking a Buyout The word "tight," in this podcast, means with a lot of competition or with little availability, movement, freedom, or options: "With so many strong entries in the songwriting contest, the competition is tight this year." If money is "tight," there isn't enough money to meet one's needs or to cover expenses: "Harold has been unemployed for the past few months, so money is tight for our family." The phrase "to run a tight ship" means to manage an organization or program very well and effectively: "Blake runs a tight ship, and her employees know they are each responsible for doing a good job." Finally, the phrase "to keep a tight grip on (someone or something)" means to have a lot of control: "We need to keep a tight grip on our manufacturing costs."

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ESLPod 1296 tight Business

Id	ESLPod_1296_WE_2260
Episode Id	ESLPod 1296
Episode Title	Taking a Buyout
Phrase	tight
Text	The word "tight," in this podcast, means with a lot of competition or with little availability, movement, freedom, or options: "With so many strong entries in the songwriting contest, the competition is tight this year." If money is "tight," there isn't enough money to meet one's needs or to cover expenses: "Harold has been unemployed for the past few months, so money is tight for our family." The phrase "to run a tight ship" means to manage an organization or program very well and effectively: "Blake runs a tight ship, and her employees know they are each responsible for doing a good job." Finally, the phrase "to keep a tight grip on (someone or something)" means to have a lot of control: "We need to keep a tight grip on our manufacturing costs."
Topics	Business

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