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tension

/'tɛnʃən/ · tɛnʃən

Tension has 2 syllables: ten · sion.

ten
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sion
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noun. The physical condition of being stretched or strained.

noun. Feelings of hostility that are not manifest.

noun. (psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense.

noun. A balance between and interplay of opposing elements or tendencies (especially in art or literature).

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