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RECALL BEFORE REVEAL

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An increase in intensity, scale, or seriousness.

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escalation

The unexplained fee led to an escalation of the disagreement.
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A later misunderstanding created an escalation in the dispute when a message incorrectly claimed that no replacement board would be provided.
From Lowering the Temperature.
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