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making worse



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The Southwest has long struggled to find enough water for its growing population in a region prone to drought that climate change is making worse.

From Seattle Times Sep. 12, 2023

Sydney has underlying health conditions, which she says the temperatures in her home are making worse.

From BBC Jul. 17, 2022

Some researchers think dementia may be the reason older Americans start making worse financial decisions as they age.

From Slate Sep. 4, 2018

He has played the hole well, never making worse than double-bogey in 60 attempts, for a stroke average of 4.65.

From Reuters Apr. 4, 2018

She fumbled with the hooks, her hands trembling, making worse trouble with it than I did myself, and all the time catching at her breath.

From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier



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