The Nuance Difference: "暫時" vs "弛緩"

In Japanese, both 暫時 and 弛緩 are often translated to English but have distinct usages. 暫時 (ざんじ (zanji)) represents "for a short while, for a moment, temporarily" (Level: N1) and typically represents Formal or slightly literary way of saying 'for a short time.' Less common in casual conversation than 「しばらく」 or 「少しの間」.. On the other hand, 弛緩 (しかん (shikan)) translates to "relaxation, slackening, looseness, flaccidity" (Level: N1) and is used for Often used in medical or biological contexts to describe muscles or tissues becoming less tense or firm. Can also be used metaphorically for a general loosening of discipline or tension.. Mixing these up can sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers!