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Tension

noun

/ˈten.ʃən/

Meaning

mental or emotional strain; a strained state or condition

A state of being stretched tight; mental or emotional strain.

The deadline created a lot of tension in the office.

There was a lot of tension in the room before the exam results were announced.

cut the tension with a knife

stress, strain, pressure, anxiety, suspense

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stress, strain, pressure, anxiety

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strain, stress, pressure, anxiety, suspense

relaxation, calmness, peace, tranquility, ease, calm

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relaxation, calmness, peace, tranquility

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relaxation, ease, calm

high tension, mounting tension, release tension, muscle tension, political tension, relieve tension

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high tension, mounting tension, release tension, muscle tension

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high tension, political tension, muscle tension, relieve tension

A separate section or space within a larger structure, such as a train or a container.

A substance that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body.

a device for receiving or transmitting radio signals, or the use of such signals for communication

A state in which opposing forces or influences are balanced.

The variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

a part or element of a larger whole, especially a machine or system