on the increase

phrase

: becoming greater (as in size, number, or amount) : increasing
crime is on the increase

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Flash flooding risk on the increase The risk of flash flooding from Edouard had increased in parts of Southeast Texas, said Donald Jones, a meteorologist with the weather service office in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026 The Ukrainian leader said the Flamingo made its combat debut in 2025, and open-source intelligence reports indicate its use has been on the increase this year. Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2026 Caused by abnormal growth of blood vessels, the condition seems to be on the increase. Mike McRae 22, New Atlas, 23 July 2026

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“On the increase.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20the%20increase. Accessed 13 Sep. 2026.

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