
Tension
Physical Tightness
Understand 'tension' refers to the literal tightness of objects, like ropes or muscles.

The bridge's cables were under great tension.
Expressing Pressure
'Tension' can describe the pressure you feel, for example, in a cramped space.

There is a lot of tension inside an overcrowded elevator.
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AgitationAnxietyApprehensionEaseNervousPressureStrainStress
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