full-blown

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But the prime minister's resolve to fight means the chances of a full-blown Labour leadership scrap seem to have risen.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

"Rumours of my death have been greatly exaggerated," he said, rejecting the idea Russia was on the brink of a full-blown crisis.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

This comes as commodity experts say dwindling global supplies raise the risk of a full-blown crisis by early June.

From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026

Some Israeli political officials expressed hope for full-blown peace, with economic cooperation and tourism.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

What had started as a covert and sneaky operation was now a full-blown mob scene.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin