heightened

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These erratic financial operations which are very large relative to Ireland's domestic economy thus generate heightened volatility in national and European statistics.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

And American security concerns – heightened because of the ongoing Iran war – could add new layers of frustration and the potential for seemingly innocuous incidents to escalate unexpectedly.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

In fiscal 2026, that market share stood at 11.1% due to heightened competition.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

For her, the aftermath of that victory brought heightened anxiety, and searing criticism from outsiders when the Swedish professional’s play took a dip.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

“We face a situation of great opportunity as well as heightened risk,” Westmoreland told the president.

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin