be uptight

Examples (10)

• Don't be so uptight about the small things; just relax.
• She is always uptight before a big presentation at work.
• He was very uptight during the interview because he wanted the job so much.
• They are uptight because of the upcoming project deadline.
• Stop being so uptight and try to have some fun for once.
• The manager is uptight about any changes to the original plan.
• I've never seen him be that uptight before; something must be wrong.
• You were a bit uptight at the party last night, is everything okay?
• Why is everyone so uptight this morning in the office?
• It's hard to have a conversation with her when she is uptight like that.