tight money

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Noun tight money has 1 sense

tight money - the economic condition in which credit is difficult to secure and interest rates are high
--₁ is a kind of financial condition, economic condition
Antonyms: easy money

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Tight Money

Definition:

Tight money refers to a monetary policy implemented by a central bank to contract the money supply in an economy by increasing interest rates, reducing access to credit, and limiting spending.

Example Sentences:

The government decided to implement a tight money policy to curb inflation.
During periods of tight money, obtaining loans becomes more challenging for businesses and individuals.
The central bank's decision to tighten money supply led to a decrease in consumer spending.
Tight money policies aim to control excessive borrowing and inflationary pressures in the economy.

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