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1. Stiffly; Tensely
Verb
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1. Stiffly; Tensely
1. to stiffen; to become stiff
1. May I be bold?; May I speak frankly?
1. Tense; Strained
1. Not tense; Not strained
1. Tighten up.; Man up.
1. Please tense up.; Please tighten.
1. Must not strain.; Must not force.
1. Tighten up, please.; Pull it taut, please.
1. Are being tense.; Are strained.