as in tension
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This latest attempt was a political project, signaling European unity as tensions brewed on the continent’s borders.—
Joseph Ataman,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026 -
More complicated maneuvers can be completed by adjusting the tension on the lines or by running forward and backward.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
12 June 2026
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Guillermo Ochoa, who will be playing in his sixth World Cup with Mexico, is considered by many to be the ideal experienced goalkeeper to use during the opener, when nerves are sure to be high.—
Eduard Cauich,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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Researchers think these blankets' pressure on the body calms nerves, easing stress responses and boosting sleep-promoting hormones.—
Mark Gurarie,
Health,
10 June 2026
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High-cost financing decisions are almost always made in a state of anxiousness or panic.—
Nathan Mor,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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There are signs to look for in potential abusive relationships, like isolation from friends and family, controlling behaviors and anxiousness.—
Bryant Reed,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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The Tonys are a place to put on a brave face, but will the anxiety creep in?—
Vulture Editors,
Vulture,
8 June 2026
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Acting as both tour guide and impromptu airplane anxiety therapist is all part of the job for Swanstrom.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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“Tenseness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tenseness. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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