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tense

[tens] / tɛns /




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America's State Department will host new talks on Thursday between Israel and Lebanon, a US official told AFP on condition of anonymity, after a previous meeting saw the start of a tense ceasefire.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

He also won’t play in Game 2 on Tuesday, but he remained his usual joyful and playoff self after practice, his infectious personality providing a good vibe during a tense time for the team.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

Throughout the speech, Thomas often used past tense in describing the movement.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

Yet beneath these positive election results, the mood can be tense.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

His shoulders were up to his ears, tense and undecided, but his face was drawn with fatigue.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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