Definition of Suspense

a feeling of anticipation or anxiety over what may happen

Examples of Suspense in a sentence

Movies use cliffhangers to make sure their audience feels suspense over what is going to happen next.  🔊

You may feel some suspense if you are about to do something that you know might hurt you.  🔊

I felt suspense as my teacher handed my test back to me because I was afraid to see my score.  🔊

If you know you are about to get into a fight with someone you will probably feel suspense.  🔊

A woman usually feels suspense before her baby is born because she is worried about what could go wrong.  🔊

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