A tensão
Example: A tensão entre os países aumentou após o conflito.
Definition
"A tensão" refers to the force or stress applied to a material or structure, often measured in engineering to determine its strength and resistance. It can also describe the state of mental or emotional strain between entities, such as countries or individuals.
Etymology
The term "a tensão" comes from the Latin word 'tensio,' meaning 'a stretching or straining.' It entered Portuguese maintaining its original sense related to physical stretching and was later extended metaphorically to describe psychological or political strain.
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