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ESCALATES

(verb)

Definitions

There is 1 meaning of the word Escalates.

Escalates - as a verb

Increase in extent or intensity

Example: "The allies escalated the bombing"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
intensify
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
increase
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
de-escalate

Example Sentences

"The conflict between the two nations escalates as more soldiers are deployed."
"The tension in the room escalates as both sides refuse to compromise."
"The disagreement over the budget escalates into a heated debate among the committee members."
"Inflation escalates when the prices of essential goods and services rise significantly."
"The conflict between the two nations escalates with each passing day."
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Word Game Points

Is ESCALATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, escalates is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ESCALATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is ESCALATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, escalates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ESCALATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is ESCALATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, escalates is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ESCALATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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