tensely

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Grand and in-your-face, it keeps surging from hushed, tensely vibrating simmers to piercing instrumental and vocal roars.

From New York Times • Apr. 21, 2024

While waiting tensely for further news, the Shah said that he planned before his flight last Sunday to go to Azerbaijan, in northern Iran.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 24, 2023

But in fact, it’s a very big deal, taking place at a tensely pivotal moment.

From Slate • Aug. 18, 2023

The two eventually conclude, tensely, that there has been a mix-up.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2023

“Hurry up,” she said tensely to Harry and Ron.

From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling