Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sit-tight
idiomatic expression
/sɪt taɪt/
Definition
To remain in place and not take any action; to wait patiently for a situation to develop or resolve.
Examples
- When the stock market is volatile, it’s often best to just sit-tight and wait for the right moment to invest.
- During the negotiations, the team decided to sit-tight and see how the other party would respond.
Meaning
The phrase “sit-tight” conveys the idea of being patient and not taking any unnecessary action, particularly in uncertain situations.
Synonyms
- wait patiently
- hold on
- remain inactive
- stay put
