Run a tight ship - English meaning

phrase

Be very strict in managing an organization or operation.

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‘i want to portray an image of success,’ gerry admits, to show that it's feasible to be organic and…

verb

To move your legs faster than when walking, with the weight of your body pressing forward

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[ i ] they ran for the bus and got there just in time., [ t ] hugh runs five miles a day., [ i ] we…

verb

To operate, or make something operate

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Keep clear of the fans while they're running., do you know how to run this sort of machinery?, we'v…

phrase

To control a business or other organization firmly and effectively

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Ruth runs a tight ship and has no time for shirkers., the coach runs a very tight ship and has no p…