reescalate

/riːˈɛskəleɪt/
verb
  1. To increase in intensity, scope, or severity again after a period of reduction.
    • If we don't address the issue now, tensions may reescalate quickly.
    • The two countries are worried the conflict will reescalate despite the ceasefire.
    • The company hopes the dispute will not reescalate into a full legal battle.
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