full-scale confrontation
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describing a confrontation that is as large and serious as possible
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- The border dispute escalated, risking a full-scale confrontation between the two nations.
- Leaders warned that the dispute could escalate into a full-scale confrontation if talks failed.
- The prime minister is trying to avoid a full-scale confrontation with the opposition over the new bill.
- Diplomats worked overnight to avert a full-scale confrontation between the neighboring states.
- Diplomatic channels were exhausted, leading to a full-scale confrontation at the international summit.
- The ceasefire collapsed, raising the specter of a full-scale confrontation across the region.
- Historians argue that the minor skirmish was the spark that ignited a full-scale confrontation.
- Markets tumbled on fears of a full-scale confrontation breaking out over the border incident.
- Any further provocation could trigger a full-scale confrontation with devastating consequences.
- Both parties pledged to avoid a full-scale confrontation and return to the negotiating table.
- The company is preparing for a full-scale confrontation with its main competitor in the marketplace.
- Years of rivalry finally erupted in a full-scale confrontation after the treaty was revoked.
- The union's rejection of the offer has set the stage for a full-scale confrontation with management.
- Analysts say a misstep at sea might trigger a full-scale confrontation neither side wants.
- Urgent negotiations are underway to de-escalate tensions and prevent a full-scale confrontation.
- The president called for restraint to prevent a full-scale confrontation that could spiral.
- We are on the brink of a full-scale confrontation, and everyone is holding their breath.
- What began as a trade dispute has morphed into a full-scale confrontation with sanctions and embargoes.
- The world is not prepared for the economic fallout of a full-scale confrontation between the two superpowers.
- The alliance prepared contingency plans in case a full-scale confrontation proved unavoidable.