gradually escalate

Frequency: 7.010.1 per million words

Describes a situation that worsens slowly over time.

escalateADVERB + V

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gradually

Examples (10)

  • The situation began to gradually escalate over several months.
  • Tensions between the two groups gradually escalated into open conflict.
  • The dispute gradually escalated from minor disagreements to serious confrontation.
  • Housing costs have been gradually escalating in the city center.
  • The protests gradually escalated as more people joined the demonstration.
  • Violence in the region continues to gradually escalate despite peace efforts.
  • The trade war gradually escalated with each new round of tariffs.
  • Healthcare expenses gradually escalate as the population ages.
  • The conflict gradually escalated from verbal arguments to physical confrontation.
  • Environmental concerns have been gradually escalating over the past decade.