as in friendly
used to describe a group of people who care about each other and who are very friendly with each other
We are a tight-knit community.
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Recent Examples of tight-knit
The influx brought a new demographic into a struggling but culturally tight-knit community.
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Graciela Mochkofsky, The New Yorker, 8 Jan. 2025
The ex-student, who requested anonymity due to the ongoing circumstances, said that the boys of the 2016 graduating class were tight-knit and well-acquainted with each others' families and the like.
—Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
The rankings showcase the significance of regional differences, with smaller or more tight-knit communities often reflecting greater holiday enthusiasm.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
As tight-knit as the Garveys are, there are now far too many ways they could be caught for their part in covering up JP’s murder.
—Caroline Framke, Vulture, 20 Nov. 2024
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Graciela Mochkofsky, The New Yorker, 8 Jan. 2025
The ex-student, who requested anonymity due to the ongoing circumstances, said that the boys of the 2016 graduating class were tight-knit and well-acquainted with each others' families and the like.
—Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
The rankings showcase the significance of regional differences, with smaller or more tight-knit communities often reflecting greater holiday enthusiasm.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
As tight-knit as the Garveys are, there are now far too many ways they could be caught for their part in covering up JP’s murder.
—Caroline Framke, Vulture, 20 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tight-knit
Adjective
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Her willpower wobbling, the 37-year-old nurse and mother of three pushed her shopping cart forward, giving the friendly salesman a wide berth.—
Jessica Guynn,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2025
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Adopted in 2020, the Taxonomy for Sustainable Activities created a classification system for business and investors to know what activities are considered green or climate friendly.—
Jon McGowan,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The International Skating Union chose the theme this season of social dances and styles of the 1950’s, 60’s and 70’s.—
Dave Skretta,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Mar. 2025
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By carefully evaluating the competitive landscape, regulatory environment, and ethical considerations, investors can make informed decisions that align with both their financial goals and social values.—
Cicely Jones,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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And Amanda Marsalis and April Blair are some of my closest friends now.—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
17 Apr. 2025
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That’s in part thanks to a close collaboration between Stein and Weinstein.—
Leah Abrams,
Them.,
17 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Leading this loud and lovingly close-knit multigenerational family is Suga Mama (Jo Marie Payton), the feisty grandma and matriarch.—
Lynnette Nicholas,
Parents,
15 Jan. 2025
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The kids in the long run have remained close-knit.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
19 Nov. 2024
Adjective
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Clara’s Table restaurant is Dearborn Inn’s tribute to Henry Ford’s wife, Clara, a passionate horticulturist and gracious hostess.—
Devorah Lev-Tov,
AFAR Media,
9 Apr. 2025
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The press conference had a very gracious tone on the U.S. relationship.—
Brendan Ahern,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Tight-knit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tight-knit. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.
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