on the increase

phrase

: becoming greater (as in size, number, or amount) : increasing

crime is on the increase

Examples of on the increase in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

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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