"gradual" in inglés with examples - Collocation dictionary inglés
- "The problem is gradual deterioration and gradual escalation," he said in a telephone interview.
- "We are pursuing a deliberate strategy of gradual escalation or pressure in order to obtain international support to turn the North Koreans around," he added.
- This allowed for gradual escalation and a possible backing down through diplomacy.
- He also opposed gradual escalation if military force becomes necessary.
- Then it was that a gradual escalation of air attacks would force him to give way.
- I at the time thought that gradual escalation was the right policy.
- It made him think through Goss's gradual escalation of violence and what might be the logical next step after killing his dog.
- The nature of the gradual escalation had given Hanoi time to adapt to the situation.
- The estimate did suggest that a campaign against the North would have to be quick and intense, not the gradual escalation that actually was used.
- It is obvious that you're both happy with this gradual escalation of friendly hostilities.
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