Phrases with «to heighten the tension»

"To heighten the tension" means to increase or intensify the feeling of anxiety, pressure, or conflict in a situation. Full definition

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Sentences with «to heighten the tension»

  • It comes amid heightened tensions between the governor and the legislature over the disclosure of lawmaker's client lists. (nynow.wmht.org)
  • And as though the holiday season weren't difficult enough, recent politics have heightened the tensions in our society to exhausting and depressing levels. (relevantmagazine.com)
  • The measure arrives on his desk amid heightened tensions among law enforcement, elected officials and the public. (nystateofpolitics.com)
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