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Ajustado

Definition

(adj) Tightly fixed or secured; difficult to move; uncomfortable due to a lack of space

Examples

La tapa estaba ajustada fuertemente y no abría
The lid was on tightly and wouldn't open.
  • El tornillo quedó ajustado y no se movía.

    The screw was tight and wouldn't budge.

  • Con el abrigo ajustado, Ana subió al autobús sin decir nada.

    With her coat pulled tight, Ana got on the bus without saying a word.

  • En esa banca, los dos íbamos ajustados, pero nos las arreglamos para el viaje a Toledo.

    We were squeezed together on that bench, but we managed on the trip to Toledo.

  • Después de la cena, Jorge salió de la mesa con el pantalón ajustado y la cara roja.

    After dinner, Jorge got up from the table with his pants too tight and his face red.

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