1. A state of strained or uncomfortable interaction between individuals, groups, or nations characterized by stress, hostility, or potential conflict
The tense relations between the two countries threatened to escalate into war.
As relações tensas entre os dois países ameaçavam escaldar para uma guerra.
2. Uncomfortable or difficult interpersonal dynamics marked by disagreement or friction
There have been tense relations between management and employees since the pay cuts.
Têm havido relações tensas entre a gestão e os funcionários desde os cortes salariais.