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escalation

  1. An increase in the intensity or geographical scope of a war or diplomatic confrontation. For example, during the Korean War, some Americans urged escalation of the war through bombing of the People's Republic of China.



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He urged all parties to exercise maximum restraint, warning that military escalation threatened lives and increased the chance of a radiological release with serious consequences for people and the environment.

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Viewed from Tehran, this escalation is not just about stockpiles, centrifuges, and supersonic missiles.

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The latest escalation in the Middle East has sent oil prices soaring with questions about what that could mean for the world economy.

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The UK last announced it had deployed jets to the region last year, when the government said British aircraft had been playing a role in preventing escalation.

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Beyond the protests, some civic leaders have also voiced their opposition to the escalation in immigration enforcement.

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