- present tense form of worsen (3rd person singular).
worsens
Example Sentences
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As it worsens, however, it can lead to fatigue, chest pain, shortness of breath, fainting, heart failure, and in some cases premature death.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 13, 2026
Veda’s behavior worsens, including a fake pregnancy with a son of L.A. old money, until the epic showdown.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 29, 2026
The announcement comes despite calls for Europe to integrate its fragmented militaries more closely as geopolitical turmoil worsens.
From Barron's ● Jun. 8, 2026
The request came on the tail of the CDC restricting travel from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda and South Sudan earlier in the month as the outbreak worsens.
From Salon ● May 30, 2026
I clench my teeth through the pain as the burning sensation on my neck worsens, but then it starts to die down.
From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas
