escalation
Example Sentences
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“The U.S.-Iran conflict has entered its third week with no credible path to de‐escalation,” the commodity strategist says.
"Gradual weight loss, slow dose escalation, and a focus on protein intake, exercise and strength training are key to healthier outcomes," says Baxi.
From BBC
He said wholesale fuel prices had " risen sharply" since the escalation of the US-Iran conflict, with fuel prices on the island rising this week.
From BBC
Prior to the escalation in the Middle East, U.S. growth was improving, but from a relatively weak starting point.
From MarketWatch
It warned that "regional escalation poses significant security risks and has led to travel disruption".
From BBC
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