Tight
taut rigid
stretched tight
stressed not slack
tightly stretched tense
stiff snug
contracted tightened
drawn strained
strung out tightly drawn
firm tensed
I believe it is because the government selects you if you are good enough for it.
Politely send of a reminder email titled following up on letter for recommendation.
Gerund phrases are used as nouns
Methinks already from this chemic flame, I see a city of more precious mould: Rich as the town which gives the Indies name, With silver paved, and all divine with gold.
