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(tense-ly) 2 syllables

Definition

adverb. in a way that shows tightness or strain.

Example Sentence

He tensely answered the question. OR The rope was tensely tied.

More Example Sentences

The dog stood tensely by the door.

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tensely
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Rhymes

  • bensley
  • densely
  • densley
  • ensley
  • tensely

  • immensely
  • intensely
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