“紧张局势”常见的英文表达是 “tense situation” 或 “tension-filled situation”。此外,根据语境不同,还可以使用以下表达:
“strained relations/situation”(强调关系或局势的紧张、不融洽)
“heightened tensions”(强调紧张程度加剧)
“a state of tension”(强调处于紧张的状态)
例句:1、 The ongoing dispute has led to a tense situation in the region.
(持续的争端导致该地区局势紧张。)
2、 There is currently a lot of tension-filled situation between the two countries.
(目前两国之间局势十分紧张。)
3、 Recent events have heightened tensions between the rival factions.
(最近的事件加剧了敌对派别之间的紧张局势。)