tension

柯林斯词典

1. N-UNCOUNT Tension is a feeling of worry and anxiety which makes it difficult for you to relax. (精神上的) 紧张[also N in pl]
Smiling and laughing has actually been shown to relieve tension and stress. 微笑和大笑确实已证明能缓解紧张和压力。
2. N-UNCOUNT Tension is the feeling that is produced in a situation when people are anxious and do not trust each other, and when there is a possibility of sudden violence or conflict. 紧张局面[also N in pl]
The tension between the two countries is likely to remain. 两国之间的紧张局面可能持续。
3. N-VAR If there is a tension between forces, arguments, or influences, there are differences between them that cause difficulties. 冲突
The film explored the tension between public duty and personal affections. 该片探讨了公共义务和个人情感之间的冲突。
4. N-UNCOUNT The tension in something such as a rope or wire is the extent to which it is stretched tight. 拉紧程度
As the cable wraps itself around the wheel, there is provision for adjusting the tension of the cable. 缆绳绕在轮子上时就留了调整缆绳松紧的余地。

The tension in the office just dissolves when she walks out.
After the arrival of the United Nations soldiers , tension in the area began to ease .
His speeches fanned the flames of racial tension.
Many social workers are in the front line of racial tension.
The strong police presence only heightened the tension among the crowd .