"intensifying tension" is correct and can be used in written English.
It refers to a situation or circumstance that is increasing or heightening feelings of tension or discomfort. Example: The argument between the two friends was reaching a climax, with their voices getting louder and their fists clenching. The intensifying tension in the room was palpable, and it felt like it could explode at any moment.
The breather from minute-by-minute politicking comes after several days of intensifying tension and attacks between the McCain and Obama camps, in large part over Ms. Palin's leadership style and record.
Looking at China, this view of the United States as trying to contain China and this resurgent nationalism, it all grows out of how the Communist Party talks about Chinese history, talks about the Century of Humiliation [1839-1949], and its need to buttress itself in the face of abandoning communism in all but name and deal with intensifying tension within China.
Looking at China, this view of the United States as trying to contain China and this resurgent nationalism, it all grows out of how the Communist Party talks about Chinese history, talks about the Century of Humiliation [1839 1949], and its need to buttress itself in the face of abandoning communism in all but name and deal with intensifying tension within China.
The anticipated opening took place in Seoul's Jongo district, intensifying tensions between the two countries.
She formally joined the foundation's board in 2011, marking her growing role there — and the start of intensifying tensions between her and Mr. Band.
During Mr. Thaksin's visit in November, Cambodia rejected a request by Thailand for his extradition, intensifying tensions between the two unfriendly neighbors.
WASHINGTON, Feb 18 (Reuters) - The United States accused Israel on Wednesday of distorting its position in the Iran nuclear talks through selective leaks, intensifying tensions before a controversial U.S. visit by Israel's prime minister.
The conflict has left hundreds dead, driven thousands from their homes, including the children above, and intensified tension between the Muslim north and Christian south.
The finding is the fourth this year in favor of American wind and solar manufacturers and is likely to intensify tension with the Chinese, who have been rapidly expanding manufacturing capacity for alternative energy technologies and flooding global markets with inexpensive products, especially solar panels.
Out of the 27 subjects in whom intensified tension of the examined muscles had been found, 22 reported no complaints during the third examination.
Also on Saturday, a Palestinian prisoner died in an Israeli jail, an event that is likely to intensify tensions in the area.
