escalating

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The first group of Nigerians repatriated from South Africa following escalating anti-immigrant attacks landed in Lagos on Thursday, AFP journalists saw.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Over-the-top doesn’t begin to describe Alice’s feelings of betrayal or her escalating attempts to break up the couple and punish Steve for his betrayal, which is precisely what drew Walker to the project.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Announcing its decision to appoint administrators, the company said reduced demand, "escalating" employment costs and soaring energy costs had "squeezed the business financially".

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

How a doctor who has treated—and had—Ebola thinks America should respond to the escalating crisis.

From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026

“I’m not turning you in. Don’t you see that by now? You need protection. Things are escalating in here. It’s not only me; I have—” Jake stops.

From "Internment" by Samira Ahmed