tense
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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
This victory wasn’t the emotional release like last year, when McIlroy overcame Rose in a tense playoff and shook off all those years of bad vibes.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
In a tense and tight match with plenty of big shots, both players struggled with the windy conditions, which added an element of unpredictability to proceedings and led to 83 unforced errors between the pair.
From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026
Officials described the discussions as tense and complex, with negotiators struggling to bridge gaps over security guarantees, control of maritime access and broader regional concerns tied to Iran’s role.
From Salon • Apr. 12, 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
Vocabulary lists containing tense
A Long Walk to Water
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TEKS ELAR Academic Vocabulary List (5th-7th grades)
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Language and Grammar - Introductory
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