sit tight

• Expressão informal que significa esperar com paciência, permanecer onde está ou evitar agir até receber novas instruções ou até que algo aconteça.

An informal expression meaning to wait patiently, remain in place, or refrain from taking action until further notice or a specific event occurs.

1. Wait patientlyB1informal

   To remain in a place or position, waiting for something to happen or for further instructions.

   Esperar pacientemente

   • Just sit tight while I check the schedule.
   • We were told to sit tight until the manager arrived.
   • Sit tight, the doctor will see you soon.

2. Refuse to change position or opinionB2informal

   To stay firmly in a position or maintain a decision without changing.

   Manter-se firme

   • He sat tight on his decision despite the pressure.
   • The company is sitting tight on the merger negotiations.
   • She sat tight and refused to compromise on the issue.