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deteriorating

[dih-teer-ee-uh-ray-ting] / dɪˈtɪər i əˌreɪ tɪŋ /








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Krems argued in court that his client should be freed because his health is deteriorating in L.A.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 17, 2026

Scientists are still investigating exactly why physical performance begins deteriorating relatively early in adulthood.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 15, 2026

Volkswagen VOW3 1.44%increase; green up pointing triangle Group vehicle deliveries fell in the third quarter as the German automaker continued to suffer from a deteriorating market in China.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 12, 2026

Donna and Pete O'Brien noticed Misty's health deteriorating rapidly after wading through a swampy pool close to the Cefn Viaduct near Wrexham.

From BBC ● Oct. 11, 2026

Unlike paper, the handkerchief could travel hand to hand without deteriorating.

From "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys


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