increased

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It comes against the backdrop of tensions involving Iran, the US and Israel, which have disrupted shipping routes and increased military activity in and around the Gulf of Oman and the Strait of Hormuz.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Plans to fly larger aircraft from London City Airport are facing opposition from a group of politicians who are concerned about more flights, extra noise and increased emissions.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

The leak rate increased to about two pounds per day, and engineers identified new suspected leak areas inside the PrK.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

That has increased a desire for Europe to make enough of its own weapons.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

He could see that their leverage had increased dramatically, in just the past few years.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis