tense
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As a result, the mood in the Iranian community in Southern California, already tense and racked by political division, could become further charged.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 14, 2026
Grim called Nov. 17 the most difficult day Trump will experience as an 80-year-old due to a tense standoff triggered by Mars involving Scorpio, Aquarius and Leo.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 13, 2026
Alexander Zverev finally landed the Grand Slam title that threatened to elude him by overcoming Flavio Cobolli and his own nerves to win a tense French Open final in five sets.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
There was a tense pause until one of the primates suddenly went for Uruguay's shirt, suggesting the South American nation will win the June 26 match.
From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026
Dad’s body is tense, like he’s preparing for an epic battle, not reuniting with his sister.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
Vocabulary lists containing tense
A Long Walk to Water
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Language and Grammar - Introductory
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