worsen

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Issues such as insulin resistance, high blood pressure, and imbalances in gut bacteria can worsen disease processes.

From Science Daily • Apr. 10, 2026

As the lake’s water sources diminish because of water use agreements regarding the Colorado River, and as this region gains more industrial activity from proposed lithium extraction, air pollution is likely to only worsen.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Plaid Cymru's Dr Gwyn Williams candidate for Gŵyr Abertawe described the loss of graduates from the NHS workforce in Wales as "a tragedy" that "threatens to worsen ambulance waiting times".

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Barr said the market is still “in balance,” but weak, leaving it more exposed if conditions worsen.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

He was a reasonable man, and said his office was always open to us, but that excessive publicity would only worsen matters.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela