escalating
- present participle of escalate.
Example Sentences
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Escalating geopolitical tensions likely bolstered gold, which is viewed as a haven asset.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 26, 2025
Escalating U.S. military actions in Venezuela have led to a modest increase in oil prices, with Brent crude up 2.4% to $61.93.
From Barron's • Dec. 22, 2025
Escalating U.S. tensions with Venezuela and an upcoming monthly decision by major oil producers on crude output targets were the focus of traders heading into the weekend.
From MarketWatch • Oct. 31, 2025
Escalating heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes are our sirens.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 15, 2024
Escalating misinformation encouraged widespread disregard for preventive measures and led to soaring infection rates, overwhelmed hospitals, health care worker shortages, preventable deaths, and economic losses.
From Science Daily • May 13, 2024
