worsen

Example Sentences

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The companies plan to expand into cities with colder weather, which can worsen the pothole problem.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

The heatwave could also worsen Nigeria's malaria burden.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

“We are in a situation that might worsen, where indeed, demand reduction is necessary.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 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

Ngawang’s condition continued to worsen as the day dragged on.

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer