tense scene

language: en

definitions

  1. A moment or sequence in a story, film, or play that is filled with suspense, anxiety, or psychological pressure.
    en: A moment or sequence in a story, film, or play that is filled with suspense, anxiety, or psychological pressure.
  2. A real-life situation or event marked by nervousness, hostility, or high emotional pressure.
    en: A real-life situation or event marked by nervousness, hostility, or high emotional pressure.

examples

  1. The movie reached its climax with a very tense scene in the dark alley.

    The movie reached its climax with a very tense scene in the dark alley.

  2. There was a tense scene at the protest when the police arrived.

    There was a tense scene at the protest when the police arrived.