tense
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America's State Department will host new talks on Thursday between Israel and Lebanon, a US official told AFP on condition of anonymity, after a previous meeting saw the start of a tense ceasefire.
From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026
He also won’t play in Game 2 on Tuesday, but he remained his usual joyful and playoff self after practice, his infectious personality providing a good vibe during a tense time for the team.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026
"A massive three points. We knew how important this game was coming into it. The first half was a bit nervous, tense," Gibbs-White told BBC Match of the Day.
From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026
This one was less teary, less tense, but still jubilant.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
After a tense moment, she seems to believe Dad.
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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