escalate further
[ɪˈskæleɪt ˈfɜːðər]
verb phrase
intensificar ainda mais; agravar ainda mais; escalar ainda mais
1. to increase in intensity, severity, or scope beyond current levels; to make a situation worse or more serious
If we don't reach an agreement soon, the conflict will escalate further.
Se não chegarmos a um acordo em breve, o conflito se intensificará ainda mais.
2. to take additional steps or actions that worsen or complicate an already difficult situation
Adding more troops will only escalate further the tensions in the region.
Adicionar mais tropas só agravará ainda mais as tensões na região.
3. to raise to a higher level of urgency, importance, or severity
The company decided to escalate further the matter to senior management.
A empresa decidiu elevar o assunto ainda mais para a gestão sênior.
In Brazilian business and political contexts, 'escalate further' is commonly used in formal communications and news reporting. In the US, particularly in corporate environments and conflict resolution settings, this phrase is standard terminology. The concept reflects modern conflict management vocabulary used across both cultures when discussing disputes, disagreements, or critical situations that require immediate attention or resolution.
NYC Slang
amp it up even more; take it to the next level; blow it up
Related Idioms & Phrases
things are getting out of hand
add fuel to the fire
pour oil on troubled waters (antonym)
pour more fuel on the flames
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