escalateKK [ˈɛskəˌlet] ｜ /ˈɛskəˌleɪt/
GEPT 中高級
C2verb
to increase rapidly in extent or intensity
The argument between the two countries was escalating, with both sides adding more troops to the border.
升級；急速擴大
C2verb
to rise to a higher level or degree
The conflict between the two countries could escalate into a full-blown war if diplomatic efforts fail.
C1noun
a rapid increase in something, typically prices
During the pandemic, the demand for hand sanitizers and face masks escalated, causing their prices to skyrocket.
急劇上升；快速增加