More tense is a term used to describe a situation that is more intense or strained than before. The crossword solutions for this term are TAUTER (6 letters), EDGIER (6 letters), and TIGHTER (7 letters). TAUTER means more tightly drawn or stretched, EDGIER means having a sharper edge or more pointed, and TIGHTER means more firmly held or compressed. All three words can be used to describe a situation that is more tense than before.