escalation
Example Sentences
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In a moment defined by escalation abroad, words matter.
From Salon
Following the escalation and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, Taiwan’s energy-dependent economy took a major hit.
From Barron's
Seeing few signs that the Iran conflict was nearing its conclusion, many investors appeared unwilling to carry risk into the weekend for fear of further escalation.
From MarketWatch
“The escalation of the attacks on energy assets implies significant risks for not just near-term oil exports from the region, but longer-term oil production capacity,” analysts at Goldman Sachs said.
The escalation by federal safety regulators could result in a recall campaign or other enforcement action.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
