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  • comparative of bad.
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worse

[wurs] / wɜrs /
ADJECTIVE
something less good
Synonyms


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Asked whether he expected the situation to improve, Blume said "on the contrary, we have to assume that risks will get worse, worldwide".

From Barron's Aug. 23, 2026

Today’s stock market could drop 11% and still be no worse off than where it would stand in a typical midterm election year.

From MarketWatch Aug. 22, 2026

Some believe things will only get worse before they get better.

From BBC Aug. 21, 2026

He believes a reduction in lanes would only make congestion worse.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 21, 2026

And I regret to inform you that it does get worse before it gets better.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman




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