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The contrasts become worse in looking at Vance and Obama’s second books, both of which were more obviously written with an eye toward running for higher office.

From Salon Jul. 29, 2026

We also become worse at task switching, an important ability in that intersection.

From Slate Nov. 26, 2025

A move that looked like a disaster at the time has somehow become worse with each passing month.

From The Wall Street Journal Nov. 11, 2025

Ms Gardner said the ambulance service had been under significant pressure on the night and told the court the situation had subsequently become worse, with waiting times becoming much longer.

From BBC Sep. 16, 2025

If anything, from the glares being shot across the sand, the muttering, and the buzzing tension, it looked like things had only become worse.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia




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