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n.Informal an institution, business, etc. that is highly organized and efficiently run, like a naval vessel on which discipline is strictly enforced
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tight ship — If you run a tight ship, you control an organization or business firmly to maximise performance. … The small dictionary of idiomes
tight ship — ☆ tight ship n. Informal an institution, business, etc. that is highly organized and efficiently run, like a naval vessel on which discipline is strictly enforced … English World dictionary
tight ship — noun a well organized and highly disciplined organization Usage notes ,Generally in the form to run a tight ship … Wiktionary
tight ship — If you run a tight ship, you control something strictly and don t allow people much freedom of action. (Dorking School Dictionary) … English Idioms & idiomatic expressions
Tight ship — If you run a tight ship, you control something strictly and don t allow people much freedom of action … Dictionary of English idioms
tight ship — noun : a ship with crew and officers working well together … Useful english dictionary
run a tight ship — To be in control of an efficient, well run organization or group • • • Main Entry: ↑tight * * * run a tight ship phrase to control something such as an organization or institution in a very strict and effective way Thesaurus: to be in… … Useful english dictionary
run a tight ship — {v. phr.} To run an organization with a firm hand, with strict rules and regulations. * /Our dean of the college runs a very tight ship; he tolerates no mistakes./ … Dictionary of American idioms
run a tight ship — {v. phr.} To run an organization with a firm hand, with strict rules and regulations. * /Our dean of the college runs a very tight ship; he tolerates no mistakes./ … Dictionary of American idioms
run a tight ship — ► to control a business or other organization firmly and effectively: »The woman who manages the post room runs a very tight ship. Main Entry: ↑run … Financial and business terms
