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as in increasing
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
as the war between the two countries escalated, it threatened to become a global conflict
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as in accelerating
to make greater in size, amount, or number
the president promised to escalate the government's program to combat the dreaded disease
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Recent Examples of escalating
Enhance Security Through Distribution Data breaches are an escalating concern for enterprises globally.
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Danny Hayes, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
The Internet Archive has confirmed a third security breach on October 20, 2024, in what has become a series of escalating cyberattacks.
—Lars Daniel, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024
Neurotic individuals often interpret ambiguous or neutral events through a pessimistic lens, escalating conflicts that might otherwise be minor.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2024
That, in turn, seems the biggest boost to Bluesky since Brazil’s Supreme Court banned X from that country in August after an escalating standoff between Musk and investigators of the January 2023 coup attempt launched by supporters of former president Jair Bolsonaro.
—Rob Pegoraro, PCMAG, 18 Oct. 2024
Gold topped $2,700 an ounce for the first time as concerns over escalating conflicts in the Middle East and a tight US election race prompt investors to flock to safety.
—Sybilla Gross, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2024
The widespread use of smartphones and the growth of online platforms is also escalating challenges in managing the growing volume and complexity of digital evidence.
—Richard Hobbs, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
With the election less than five weeks away, the campaigns face several challenges, including the devastation from Helene and the escalating conflict in the Middle East.
—NBC News, 4 Oct. 2024
Amid escalating tensions, the Middle East is bracing for Israel’s response to Iran’s ballistic missile attack earlier this week.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
Danny Hayes, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
The Internet Archive has confirmed a third security breach on October 20, 2024, in what has become a series of escalating cyberattacks.
—Lars Daniel, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024
Neurotic individuals often interpret ambiguous or neutral events through a pessimistic lens, escalating conflicts that might otherwise be minor.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2024
That, in turn, seems the biggest boost to Bluesky since Brazil’s Supreme Court banned X from that country in August after an escalating standoff between Musk and investigators of the January 2023 coup attempt launched by supporters of former president Jair Bolsonaro.
—Rob Pegoraro, PCMAG, 18 Oct. 2024
Gold topped $2,700 an ounce for the first time as concerns over escalating conflicts in the Middle East and a tight US election race prompt investors to flock to safety.
—Sybilla Gross, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2024
The widespread use of smartphones and the growth of online platforms is also escalating challenges in managing the growing volume and complexity of digital evidence.
—Richard Hobbs, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
With the election less than five weeks away, the campaigns face several challenges, including the devastation from Helene and the escalating conflict in the Middle East.
—NBC News, 4 Oct. 2024
Amid escalating tensions, the Middle East is bracing for Israel’s response to Iran’s ballistic missile attack earlier this week.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for escalating
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County officials attributed increasing mosquito activity to warmer temperatures brought by climate change.Nollyanne Delacruz, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
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The company continues to focus on expanding its product offerings and increasing its sales force to drive future revenue growth.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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The technology is also transforming medical imaging and has been helpful in accelerating the drug discovery process.Nir Eisikovits, Discover Magazine, 14 Nov. 2024
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The problem isn’t just that funds are being deployed in support of destructive practices, but that harmful finance is accelerating.Felicia Jackson, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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Bond yields have been rising in recent weeks following encouraging reports on inflation and the economy.Alex Veiga, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
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Obesity rates in children and adolescents have been rising for decades.Discover Magazine, Discover Magazine, 15 Nov. 2024
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France broadened its counterterrorism presence but was unable to contain the ever-expanding armed groups who threatened civilians.Saskya Vandoorne, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
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Authorities will also highlight companies that show signs of inactivity on the registry of the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority, and are considering expanding a digital platform that lets banks share information on customers who show potential financial crime concerns.Eleanor Pringle, Fortune Asia, 4 Oct. 2024
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At Cisco, Oliver says employees are coming to realize that AI works best at augmenting decision making.John Kell, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2024
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On the other hand, generative AI is also a useful tool for augmenting (rather than automating) human BS.Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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“Escalating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/escalating. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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