escalate

Example Sentences

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The survey might have captured some early reactions to the conflict, but it doesn’t reflect any decisions farmers might have made in late March as tensions in the region escalated.

From Barron's

Earlier in March, the firm said reduced demand, "escalating" employment costs and "soaring" energy costs had "squeezed the business financially".

From BBC

“Whilst we appreciate the criminals’ exceptional taste, the fact remains that cargo theft is an escalating issue for businesses of all sizes,” the company said.

From The Wall Street Journal

“The move comes amid concerns that escalating tensions could derail global growth, a backdrop that has triggered the largest two-day decline in U.S. equities in a year,” the bank added.

From Barron's

Signs of escalating tensions in the Middle East, rather than a quick ending to the conflict, were weighing on stocks and other assets.

From Barron's