worsening
Example Sentences
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The law’s advocates have said social-media platforms leave young people vulnerable to cyberbullying and sexual exploitation and are responsible for worsening mental health.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
Laurence Findlay, president of the Association of Directors of Education in Scotland, said there was a "persistent and worsening shortage" of specialist teachers.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
Many teens now prioritize coursework, test prep and other pursuits to impress college-admissions officers, but a lack of work experience is worsening their employment prospects after graduating.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026
Scientists say targeting it may offer a new strategy for slowing the worsening of the disease over time.
From Science Daily • May 28, 2026
The injury to Booth’s leg had caused the tissue to swell up and create a seal that could not be broken without inflicting agony upon the patient and possibly worsening the injury.
From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson
