escalating
Example Sentences
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If so, they could function as a widespread system of natural earthquake brakes that prevents some ruptures from escalating into even larger events.
From Science Daily • May 16, 2026
Now, after months of escalating controversies surrounding his leadership, Patel suddenly wants Americans to believe none of this is happening.
From Salon • May 16, 2026
Calbee blamed "supply instability for certain raw materials resulting from the escalating tensions in the Middle East".
From Barron's • May 12, 2026
"Transit volumes through the Strait of Hormuz continue to drop amid escalating security concerns," it added.
From BBC • May 6, 2026
He wanted to know if they supported this plan, which risked escalating tensions with the Soviet Union and China.
From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin
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