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escalation
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.
Viewed from Tehran, this escalation is not just about stockpiles, centrifuges, and supersonic missiles.
The latest escalation in the Middle East has sent oil prices soaring with questions about what that could mean for the world economy.
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.
Beyond the protests, some civic leaders have also voiced their opposition to the escalation in immigration enforcement.
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