- present participle of increase.
increasing
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Atherosclerotic plaques are deposits of fat and other substances that accumulate inside artery walls, potentially restricting blood flow and increasing the risk of cardiovascular problems.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 17, 2026
Alex Lane, Director of Operations at WWT, said rising costs and the challenge around income means charities like the WWT are facing "increasing pressure".
From BBC ● Oct. 17, 2026
Such theft accounted for billions of dollars, Aurangzeb said, adding that there remained "room for improvement" on increasing income tax collection as well.
From Barron's ● Oct. 17, 2026
Previous studies have found that increasing NRF2 activity can improve cognitive function in people with MS.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 17, 2026
Mrs. Peters nudged her way past with increasing urgency.
From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng
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