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escalation

noun

Reveal meaning and examples

An increase in intensity, scale, or seriousness.

The unexplained fee led to an escalation of the disagreement.

Dictionary practice example.

A later misunderstanding created an escalation in the dispute when a message incorrectly claimed that no replacement board would be provided.