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(es-ca-lat-ed) 4 syllables

Definition

verb. increased or intensified in severity or seriousness.

Example Sentence

The intense feelings in the discussion taking place in the iwan escalated.

More Example Sentences

Tensions escalated quickly between the two teams.

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