aggravated
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"This inspection will provide an independent assessment of the force's training, processes and culture, including the handling of allegations of racially aggravated assault," she said.
From BBC ● Aug. 25, 2026
At that time, conditions were much the same as they are now: El Nino aggravated a heat wave that had begun in 2014.
From Barron's ● Jul. 27, 2026
The injury was aggravated during several attempted comebacks, before Fontaine was forced to call time on his career in 1962.
From BBC ● Jul. 13, 2026
The break from pitching could also benefit his left knee, a problem that seems to have been aggravated by pitching.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 4, 2026
For nearly one week, the two top experts in the field had aggravated the situation with useless tests.
From "I, Robot" by Isaac Asimov
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