tension

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Changes in the dominance hierarchy can fuel more aggression and tension, said Aaron Sandel, an associate professor of anthropology at the University of Texas at Austin and study co-author.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

“Of course, it could still lead to tension and escalation from an international relations perspective,” Harrington said.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

The tension throughout the day, however, didn’t help stocks.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

She was precise and firm but careful — as she pressed on the outside corner of my eye, I felt tension draining down the side of my cheek and neck.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

I kept silent while we dropped off Twig, silent the whole way home, even though I could feel Dad’s tension growing, pressing in on me from all sides.

From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller