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to escalate
01
to make something become much worse or more intense
Transitive: to escalate a situation
Examples
Ignoring the initial signs of conflict can escalate the situation.
Failure to address the issue promptly may escalate tensions within the community.
02
to become much worse or more intense
Intransitive
Examples
Misunderstandings can quickly escalate if not addressed early.
Ongoing conflicts are currently escalating in the troubled region.
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escalation
escalator
escalate
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