Tensions

noun, verb

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    plural of tension form-of, plural
Verb
  1. 1
    third-person singular simple present indicative of tension form-of, indicative, present, singular, third-person

    "This turnbuckle tensions the cable so it is taut."

Synonyms

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anxietydisagreementfrictionpresspressurestrain

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"There are signs of growing tensions between the two countries."

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