deteriorate

Example Sentences

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The U.S. stock market’s prospects continue to deteriorate, according to the gold-platinum ratio — a relatively obscure indicator with an impressive track record predicting the stock market’s 12-month return.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

After she didn’t return to the den for several days and her cub’s condition started to dangerously deteriorate, the Department of Fish and Wildlife authorized the park service to intervene and rescue him.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

“The rise in oil price will likely deteriorate the terms of trade for many of the Asian economies,” Lui says.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

“However, due to heightened uncertainty about the Middle East situation, the outlook for business conditions is expected to deteriorate, making the timing of subsequent rate hikes difficult to predict,” they add.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

When weariness sets in, a writer’s ability to behold an entire branch of the tree can deteriorate.

From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker