has escalated
- present perfect of escalate (3rd person singular).
Example Sentences
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On its previous earnings call, Micron shared that demand has escalated so rapidly that it’s unlikely that 2027 supply will improve.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 16, 2026
The industry fight over private listings has escalated in recent years.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 20, 2026
As the demonstrators toughen their demands, the standoff with the government has escalated.
From Barron's ● May 20, 2026
As the conflict has escalated, some 1,600 Americans stranded across the region have requested assistance and the Trump administration is trying to help evacuate them, Rubio said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 3, 2026
Carrie doesn’t seem to notice this; she’s just giddy that he’s come by, that she didn’t dream the whole IM exchange, that chatting has escalated into speaking...and who knows what will happen next?
From "Every Day" by David Levithan
