Performer in a difficult part is tense (7)

I believe the answer is:

artiste

'performer' is the definition.
(an artiste is a performer or entertainer)

'in a difficult part is tense' is the wordplay.
'in' says the answer is hidden in the clue.
'ARTISTE' is hidden within 'difficult part is tense'.

(Other definitions for artiste that I've seen before include "Professional performer" , "professional dancer?" , "Performers" , "A sitter for creative person" , "Attires (anag.)" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish News.

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