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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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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

S&P 500 gained 5.1% in May, Nasdaq 8.4%, driven by tech stocks, despite geopolitical tensions and bond market concerns.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

So far, the labor market has weathered the impact of prolonged geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and elevated energy prices, which have increased cost pressures on businesses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

The two countries have a long history of tensions stemming from Japan's invasion of China during World War Two.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Fierce winters helped drive the Vikings from Greenland and led to bad harvests that exacerbated social tensions in continental Europe, but few would claim that the little ice age caused the Reformation.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann