tense
IPA: tˈɛns
noun
- (grammar, countable) Any of the forms of a verb which distinguish when an action or state of being occurs or exists.
- (linguistics, grammar, countable) An inflected form of a verb that indicates tense.
- (linguistics, uncountable) The property of indicating the point in time at which an action or state of being occurs or exists.
verb
- (grammar, transitive) To apply a tense to.
- (transitive) To make tense.
- (intransitive) To become tense.
adjective
- Showing signs of stress or strain; not relaxed.
- Pulled taut, without any slack.
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Examples of "tense" in Sentences
- The atmosphere in the room suddenly became tense as the two friends argued about the controversial topic
- His jaw was clenched and his fists were tight, showing just how tense he was feeling in that moment
- The tense silence hung heavy in the air as they waited for the final decision to be announced
- She could feel the tension building between them, creating a tense dynamic that was hard to ignore
- The situation was getting more and more tense with each passing moment, making it difficult for everyone to stay calm
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