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Uptight Person

Definition

An uptight person refers to an individual who is tense, anxious, or excessively concerned about rules, decorum, or order.

Senses and Usages

• Sense 1: A person who is overly concerned about conforming to social norms and regulations.
• Sense 2: A person who is highly nervous or easily stressed out.
• Sense 3: A person who is rigid in their thinking and resistant to change or new ideas.
• Sense 4: A person who is extremely meticulous or particular about details.

Sample Sentences

1. Don't be such an uptight person; loosen up and enjoy the party!
2. The office environment is tense because of our uptight boss.
3. She is known as an uptight person due to her obsession with punctuality.
4. He becomes an uptight person whenever he has to deliver a public speech.

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