tension

Example Sentences

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Any resentments, tensions and difference in values will remain with the added pressure of fulfilling a fantasy image of happy families.

From BBC

Gold edged higher in the morning Asian session amid geopolitical tensions that typically enhance the safe-haven allure of the precious metal.

From The Wall Street Journal

But amid the platitudes, sadness and shock is calcifying into anger and tension.

From BBC

The US Coast Guard is in "active pursuit" of another vessel in international waters near Venezuela, an official has told the BBC's US partner CBS News, as tensions in the region continue to escalate.

From BBC

Candace Owens’ name surfaced repeatedly and rather viciously in a speech given by actor Rob Schneider, often as a point of tension rather than unity.

From Salon