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3 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Tense' in a Sentence

"Stretched tight, as a cord, fiber, etc.; drawn taut; rigid." more

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The dog's body became tense as it sensed an approaching thunderstorm.
The horse became tense as it sensed a nearby predator.
The cat's body became tense when it saw a big dog approaching.

Tense

tens
adjectiveStretched tight, as a cord, fiber, etc.; drawn taut; rigid.

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Last Updated On: July 14, 2024
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