Phrase guide

hold tight

intj · verb · 4 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

intj

Meaning 1

A phrase used to shout out or show appreciation for someone, often in the context of music, especially grime or drum and bass scenes.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: UK, slang

Examples

  • Hold tight Asznee, he's got the pumpy.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To hold onto something securely or closely.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: literally

Examples

  • Hold tight to that vase, and don't drop it.
  • Hold tight to me: the bus is going round a sharp bend.
  • Hold me tight and kiss me.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

3

verb

Meaning 3

To remain patient, until a specified event occurs.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: figuratively

Examples

  • Hold tight, I will go and look for your orders in our back room.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

4

verb

Meaning 4

hold firmly, usually with one's hands

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • She clutched my arm when she got scared

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: cling to, hold close, clutch

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: hold, take hold

Narrower terms: cuddle, snuggle, nestle, nest, nuzzle, draw close

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