worsen

Example Sentences

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“However, if the current situation were to worsen, it’s possible that we could begin to see that change.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026

There is nothing that being hungry does not worsen.

From Slate • Apr. 19, 2026

The heatwave could also worsen Nigeria's malaria burden.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

Over time, her condition continued to worsen and she can now no longer speak.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Dr. Fiona explained that the surgery had been a success but that I had developed an infection and that my condition had started to worsen.

From "Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Changed the World" by Malala Yousafzai