intensification – v. to become stronger or more extreme

option – n. the opportunity to choose among two or more choices

mediate – v. to work with opposing sides to reach an agreement

focused – adj. giving attention and effort to a specific task or goal

strategic – adj. of or relating to a general plan that is created to achieve a goal in war, politics, etc., usually over a long period of time

commerce – n. activities that relate to the buying and selling of goods and services

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