1The proliferation of nuclear arms during the Cold War heightened global tensions and increased the risk of catastrophic conflict.
2Does the proliferation of social media platforms contribute to the spread of misinformation and the erosion of civil discourse?
3The World Health Organization has expressed concern over the proliferation of antibiotic-resistant bacteria and the need for new treatments.
4The proliferation of e-commerce has transformed the retail industry, but also raised concerns about job displacement and environmental impact.
5There is a growing recognition that the proliferation of plastic waste in oceans and waterways requires immediate international cooperation to mitigate.