Escalation Definition

noun

An increase or rise, especially one to counteract a perceived discrepancy.

Wiktionary

A deliberate or premeditated increase in the violence or geographic scope of a conflict.

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Other Word Forms of Escalation

Noun

Singular:
escalation
Plural:
escalations

Origin of Escalation

  • Back-formation from escalator.

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Escalation Sentence Examples

  • They support development, but then deter countries from processing their own products by tariff escalation.

  • A convincing argument backed by a previously stated policy may limit escalation of a crisis.

  • Lyndon Johnson Told The Nation - Tom Paxton penned this song about the escalation of tension in Vietnam and the subsequent march to war.

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Words Starting With

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Words Ending With

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