tight situation
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“When we’re in a tight situation or a high-pressure moment I know that these guys perform under pressure and I think they know that I do, also,” he said.
From Seattle Times ● May 13, 2022
"Unless you have some surplus crew and surplus aircraft available, then you're going to be in a very tight situation."
From Salon ● Jan. 15, 2022
If you had a tight situation that depended on clear thinking, would you trust a mature octopus or a 2-year-old child?
From Washington Post ● May 20, 2021
“It’s a tight situation for each and every one here right now,” said Menuka Basnet, who along with her father runs the grocery across the street.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 9, 2021
He had known that money was short, but he hadn’t realized Baba was in such a tight situation.
From "Tiger Boy" by Mitali Perkins
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