Modifying Another Word

• so: The game was so taut that when you did stumble across the old ET, even the neighbors could hear you scream.

• very: The design also has a very taut inner tent with near-vertical walls to maximize the usable space.

• not: The film is definitely innovative, but not taut enough to be a thriller, nor engaging enough to work as a drama.

• reasonably: There are moments of real promise and a reasonably taut pace all the way through.

Adjective complement with noun phrase

• pull: Water is pumped out of the cylinders until the entire assembly lifts up in the water, pulling the tethers taut.

• keep: Used on all our canvases, tension wedges keep the canvas taut over time.

• hold: Renew those lost ties that do not hold the cover taut over the boat - loose covers collect water.

• make: You can then make the fly taut by tugging on adjustable webbing buckles around the side.

Modifies a noun

• thriller: Ultimately 16 Blocks is a taut little thriller that goes the distance.

• rhythm: Clarity, freshness and taut rhythms were the hallmark of the Beethoven.

• handling: Jaguar's first attempt at a compact executive is right on the money, combining taut handling with a smooth ride.

• string: Standing Waves Standing waves can be produced with a taut string fixed at both ends.

• drama: Beyond a Reasonable Doubt ( 1956 ) is a taut courtroom drama with an unforgettable twist in the tail.

• muscle: Taut young muscles, supple limbs, senses instantly attuned to the slightest hint of threat.

Used with adjective complement

• pull: The back must be pulled as taut as possible.

• stretch: Her blouse was white, stretched taut over her full figure.

• hold: The string is wound once around the billet and held taut by the thumb inserted in the looped end.

• become: Rather it still comes down on the side of Newton and the rope will become taut as the system spins.

• go: As soon as the leash goes taut, turn back toward your house without a word.

• keep: It is as nearly vertical as is reasonably practical and it is kept taut.