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tensions

NOUN

tightness

Synonyms

STRONGEST

pressure strain stress

STRONG

balance constriction force rigidity stiffness straining stretching tautness tenseness tensity

WEAK

astriction

Antonyms

WEAK

calmness contentedness ease limpness looseness peace relaxation slack

NOUN

mental stress

Synonyms

STRONGEST

anxiety apprehension concern discomfort hostility jitters nervousness pressure strain suspense unease worry

STRONG

agitation brunt disquiet edginess jumps nerves restlessness shakes uneasiness worriment

WEAK

ants in pants antsiness bad feeling nail-biting pins and needles

Antonyms

STRONGEST

calmness ease peace

STRONG

calm

WEAK

contentedness limpness looseness relaxation slack

Example Sentences

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"Uncertainties around US-China tensions are the main reason they are moving capital and managing wealth in Hong Kong," Gary Ng, senior economist at Natixis Corporate and Investment Banking, told AFP.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

"With the increasing tensions I suppose a response wasn't surprising, but I think it is disappointing," Webb said.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

The BOJ’s policy board has grown increasingly concerned about the impact that the energy shock triggered by Middle East tensions will have on inflationary trends.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

Japan welcomed a record 42.7 million foreign visitors in 2025, and its government is trying to soothe the tensions this tourism boom has caused for local communities.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Even the start of the correspondence exposed the awkward tensions just below the surface.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis