intensify

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U.S. stocks continued to rebound Monday, with investors awaiting clarity on whether the Middle East war will pause or intensify in the coming days.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

Each year, more than 275 million tons of it are converted into carbon dioxide, adding to global warming and creating a feedback loop that can intensify climate change.

From Science Daily • Apr. 4, 2026

In a risk scenario where growth concerns intensify and financial conditions tighten further, higher-quality and longer-duration bonds should be better placed to perform.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

There is little doubt that, if the Houthis do continue - and intensify their attacks - it will mark a new escalation and widening of the war.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

Two American authors, best-sellers in the Holy Land, had helped to spread and intensify the concern for the American black man.

From "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" by Alex Malcolm X;Hailey