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as in deteriorating
to become worse or of less value
the condition of the house worsened with every year of neglect
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as in deepening
to make more severe
the harsh winter only worsened the fuel shortage
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Recent Examples of worsening
Denise Chow, NBC News, 3 Oct. 2024
Scientists worldwide believe that the use of fossil fuels is worsening the greenhouse effect, leading to intense warming, extreme climate events, and longer dry spells.
—Ken Silverstein, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
As a new academic year begins, many Jewish students and their families are apprehensive about a worsening climate of antisemitism on British campuses after Hamas’ October 7 attacks on Israel last year, which triggered the ongoing war in Gaza.
—Lianne Kolirin, CNN, 1 Oct. 2024
Treatment can prevent these conditions from worsening and can help improve your balance.
—Michael Menna, Verywell Health, 30 Sep. 2024
Academics appear to have debunked the idea that remote work entrenches inequality and leaves more wealth in the hands of a lucky few, worsening bosses’ arguments to get staff back under their noses.
—Byryan Hogg, Fortune Europe, 30 Sep. 2024
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Severe heat is expected to continue worsening as a result of climate change, with a wealth of studies showing that as the planet warms, heat waves are becoming more likely, more intense and longer-lasting.
—Denise Chow, NBC News, 3 Oct. 2024
Scientists worldwide believe that the use of fossil fuels is worsening the greenhouse effect, leading to intense warming, extreme climate events, and longer dry spells.
—Ken Silverstein, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
As a new academic year begins, many Jewish students and their families are apprehensive about a worsening climate of antisemitism on British campuses after Hamas’ October 7 attacks on Israel last year, which triggered the ongoing war in Gaza.
—Lianne Kolirin, CNN, 1 Oct. 2024
Treatment can prevent these conditions from worsening and can help improve your balance.
—Michael Menna, Verywell Health, 30 Sep. 2024
Academics appear to have debunked the idea that remote work entrenches inequality and leaves more wealth in the hands of a lucky few, worsening bosses’ arguments to get staff back under their noses.
—Byryan Hogg, Fortune Europe, 30 Sep. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for worsening
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Depreciation of revenue earning vehicles and lease charges, net increased significantly to $937 million from $501 million in the previous year, due to deterioration in residual values and decreased holding periods.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 12 Nov. 2024
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On Saturday, jurors sat through hours of silent footage showing Allen's mental deterioration at Westville.Ron Wilkins, The Indianapolis Star, 4 Nov. 2024
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Lebanon’s recent instability began with the economic crisis of 2019, which sparked widespread protests against government corruption, financial mismanagement, and the deteriorating quality of life, which was further impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic a few months later.Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2024
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Aside from being the target of Israeli airstrikes at present, Lebanon’s ongoing woes are marked by a severe economic crisis that in 2019 sparked widespread protests against government corruption, financial mismanagement and the deteriorating quality of life.Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
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Hostilities between the two Korean leaders have been simmering this year as North Korea has appeared to have intensified its nuclear production efforts and strengthened ties with Russia, deepening widespread concern in the West over the isolated nation’s direction.Yoonjung Seo, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
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The rabbi and priest who attend their wedding are veterans, too, deepening the play’s message that patriotism comes first.Samira Mehta, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2024
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In August 2020, the observatory started crumbling after an auxiliary cable snapped, causing damage to the telescope’s dish and the receiver platform that hung above it, according to the National Science Foundation.Nicole Acevedo, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
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At one point, ship masts were used to help support the roof of the crumbling piazza that overlooks the Potomac River.Michael E. Ruane The Washington Post, arkansasonline.com, 20 Oct. 2024
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Two weeks ago, the Pentagon confirmed that some 10,000 North Korean troops have been sent to Russia for training and are presumed to be joining the fight against Ukraine, intensifying their partnership and alarming the United States and its allies.Freddie Clayton, NBC News, 10 Nov. 2024
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The move is one of multiple indications that the Biden administration is intensifying efforts to achieve a Gaza cease-fire and hostage deal before leaving office.Keir Simmons, NBC News, 9 Nov. 2024
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Chinese media portray the chaos of the candidates and the campaign cycle as a symbol of the failings of American democracy.Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 1 Nov. 2024
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Brazilian winger Antony, a favorite of Ten Hag’s from his time in charge of Dutch giants Ajax, exemplified the coach's transfer market failings.Freddie Clayton, NBC News, 28 Oct. 2024
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That could cause lower crop yields and water shortages, aggravating global hunger.Ken Silverstein, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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Airborne dust poses the risk of aggravating respiratory diseases.Anthony Robledo, USA TODAY, 9 Oct. 2024
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But here, Alejandro had written and composed a romantic ballad with soft strings descending like falling leaves, with the piano dancing around his warm tone.Nathan Solis, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
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With horror films that’s often the moment the movie flies off the rails, descending into silliness.Scott Phillips, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
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“Worsening.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/worsening. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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