as in increased
being at a higher level than average
for a time there was an escalated interest in the historical figure following the release of the blockbuster biography
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as in rose
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 accelerated
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 escalated
Ashley Vega, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
The Butler situation in Miami escalated further on Friday night.
—Marcus Thompson Ii, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
On one of his first nights at a club called Onyx, a fight broke out in the parking lot that escalated into an all-out brawl.
—Jesse Hyde, Rolling Stone, 4 Jan. 2025
The situation escalated during the drive to the family's Christmas gathering, when the woman noticed her stepdaughter holding the purse.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
Tensions escalated outside the court, where clashes led to the death of a Muslim lawyer.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
Then, over the summer, the war escalated with Hezbollah.
—Isaac Chotiner, The New Yorker, 2 Jan. 2025
Russia escalated its air strikes, launching more than 1,700 missiles and drones on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, with record attacks in August.
—Katya Soldak, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
The dispute escalated to a scuffle and his criminal charge.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacramento Bee, 2 Jan. 2025
Verb
What began as a headache in April 2024 quickly escalated into a life-altering diagnosis.
—Ashley Vega, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
The Butler situation in Miami escalated further on Friday night.
—Marcus Thompson Ii, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
On one of his first nights at a club called Onyx, a fight broke out in the parking lot that escalated into an all-out brawl.
—Jesse Hyde, Rolling Stone, 4 Jan. 2025
The situation escalated during the drive to the family's Christmas gathering, when the woman noticed her stepdaughter holding the purse.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
Tensions escalated outside the court, where clashes led to the death of a Muslim lawyer.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
Then, over the summer, the war escalated with Hezbollah.
—Isaac Chotiner, The New Yorker, 2 Jan. 2025
Russia escalated its air strikes, launching more than 1,700 missiles and drones on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, with record attacks in August.
—Katya Soldak, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
The dispute escalated to a scuffle and his criminal charge.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacramento Bee, 2 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for escalated
Adjective
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The researchers found that increased levels of aerobic exercise in the aging rats reduced the appearance of these markers, indicating a slower onset of Alzheimer's.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
16 Jan. 2025
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Zoom out: The Denver native and longtime energy entrepreneur is an unapologetic advocate for the oil and gas industry, seizing any opportunity to discuss how increased production can improve human lives across the globe.—
Hans Nichols,
Axios,
15 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Novo Nordisk’s Fundamentals Over Recent Years Novo Nordisk’s revenue rose over 2x from 127 billion DKK in 2020 to 271 billion DKK for the last twelve-month period.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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In terms of the design, the mix of rose gold and rhodium plating on the dial brings an industrial feel to the timepieces.—
Sophie Furley,
Robb Report,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Finally, accelerated demand led by corporate refugees is being met by a steady supply of businesses from retiring baby boomers.—
AllBusiness,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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According to recent studies, the rate of change across several key factors has accelerated by 183% in the past four years, largely driven by emerging technologies, including generative artificial intelligence.—
Sherzod Odilov,
Forbes,
5 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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To make matters worse, persistently elevated borrowing costs could also pump the brakes on the pace of home construction.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN,
16 Jan. 2025
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Data shows that net inflows from average Joe traders to popular stocks and funds remain elevated compared with pre-pandemic levels.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
16 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The number and types of voting members have been expanded to include more than 300 entertainment journalists from around the world.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
6 Jan. 2025
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Every country in the world accepts these rules, which have been expanded several times in the years since.—
Hurst Hannum,
The Conversation,
6 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Enjoy a pristine beach experience without high rises, hotels, and other development, and with the comfort of restrooms, showers, and picnic pavilions.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
17 Jan. 2025
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His output was also defined by his personal celebrity—a folksy, chain-smoking former Eagle Scout who produced art of high complexity while also rhapsodizing about the simple pleasures of eating a doughnut with a cup of coffee.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
17 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Kinship and hierarchy were replaced or augmented by coöperative relationships that individuals entered into voluntarily—covenants, promises, and the economically essential contracts.—
Nikhil Krishnan,
The New Yorker,
23 Dec. 2024
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The ample cabinet space in the kitchen is augmented by a large pantry.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
22 Dec. 2024
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