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as in deteriorates
to become worse or of less value
the condition of the house worsened with every year of neglect
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as in deepens
to make more severe
the harsh winter only worsened the fuel shortage
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Recent Examples of worsens
The main symptoms of spondylolisthesis include lower back pain that often worsens when standing or walking, thigh pain, tight hamstrings and numbness spreading from the lower back down one leg.
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Ty Roush, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
The book's central argument is that the repetition of these talking points across party lines creates a centrist consensus that maintains the status quo, even as the climate crisis worsens.
—Anna Broughel, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
In general, prolonged exposure to moisture causes cast iron to rust, and the dishwasher only worsens the situation.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 6 Dec. 2024
The three companies say the billions of dollars in spending is necessary as climate change worsens wildfires across the state.
—Calmatters, The Mercury News, 4 Dec. 2024
With almost no kidney function remaining, waste products accumulate in your bloodstream, and fluid retention throughout the body worsens.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 30 Nov. 2024
Hunger has mounted in the Strip as the food crisis worsens during Israel’s ongoing intense military operation in the north.
—Abeer Salman, CNN, 29 Nov. 2024
The researchers said in addition to damaging aqueducts and other infrastructure, sinking land threatens to affect the route of the state’s high-speed rail, and also worsens floods hazards as the topography shifts.
—Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 25 Nov. 2024
Air quality worsens each year as the summer heat gives way to the cooler months.
—Helen Regan, CNN, 20 Nov. 2024
Ty Roush, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
The book's central argument is that the repetition of these talking points across party lines creates a centrist consensus that maintains the status quo, even as the climate crisis worsens.
—Anna Broughel, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
In general, prolonged exposure to moisture causes cast iron to rust, and the dishwasher only worsens the situation.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 6 Dec. 2024
The three companies say the billions of dollars in spending is necessary as climate change worsens wildfires across the state.
—Calmatters, The Mercury News, 4 Dec. 2024
With almost no kidney function remaining, waste products accumulate in your bloodstream, and fluid retention throughout the body worsens.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 30 Nov. 2024
Hunger has mounted in the Strip as the food crisis worsens during Israel’s ongoing intense military operation in the north.
—Abeer Salman, CNN, 29 Nov. 2024
The researchers said in addition to damaging aqueducts and other infrastructure, sinking land threatens to affect the route of the state’s high-speed rail, and also worsens floods hazards as the topography shifts.
—Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 25 Nov. 2024
Air quality worsens each year as the summer heat gives way to the cooler months.
—Helen Regan, CNN, 20 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for worsens
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This ability deteriorates further with general hearing loss, which is becoming more prevalent as people live longer, and can lead to social isolation.IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 3 Dec. 2024
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This represents a significant shift in NATO's approach, signaling a potential readiness to escalate its involvement if the situation in Ukraine deteriorates drastically.Shane Croucher, Newsweek, 1 Dec. 2024
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Gooch's sympathetic biography deepens the picture of Haring as a Warhol-like genius.Jim Higgins, Journal Sentinel, 10 Dec. 2024
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Their relationship deepens over the course of the film, culminating in a final scene that ends their story with a melancholy ambivalence.Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024
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The economic dimension intensifies these stakes.Guney Yildiz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Venus’ entrance to Aquarius intensifies your dating life!USA TODAY, USA TODAY, 7 Dec. 2024
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