worsening

Example Sentences

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After the death of his mother and worsening health problems, the financial pressure became overwhelming.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

Artificial intelligence is worsening the grade-inflation problem, a recent study found.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

A potential Samsung walkout could disrupt 3% of global memory-chip production, worsening shortages and boosting prices.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

That’s despite the fact that climate change is worsening, the risk of playing in dangerous heat is rising and the federation, FIFA, has a commitment to reduce its carbon emissions 50% by 2030.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

“The thought around here is that it’s possible the Phalanxifor is worsening the edema, but we’d face far more serious problems if we discontinued its use.”

From "The Fault in Our Stars" by John Green