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The debate became more intense as the night went on.
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The debate became more intense as the night went on.
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How to use in different contexts
Giving Advice
Don't let debates drag on late into the night; they tend to get more intense.
Describing Habits
Discussions often become heated as the evening progresses.
Asking About Others
Did the intensity of the debate increase as the night went on?
Sharing Hypotheticals
If the debate had continued, it would have likely become even more heated.
Rephrased versions
Formal
The level of contention in the debate escalated as the night progressed.
Casual
Things got really heated in the debate as the night wore on.
Simpler English
The debate got more argumentative as the night went on.
Phrases to learn
became more intense
Increased in strength, ferocity, or passion.
as the night went on
As time progressed during the night.