worsen

Example Sentences

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"Burnout is a condition that does not tend to get better on its own. If left unmanaged, it can worsen and increase your risk of long-term health problems," she added.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

“Eliminating even more positions will only worsen conditions for students and families.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

This can hurt the caregiver’s finances, worsen their retirement prospects and shrink their eventual Social Security benefit.

From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026

Scientists have uncovered new evidence that serotonin, a brain chemical best known for helping regulate mood, may also worsen tinnitus, the persistent ringing or buzzing sound that affects millions of people worldwide.

From Science Daily • May 15, 2026

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

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer