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as in deteriorated
to become worse or of less value
the condition of the house worsened with every year of neglect
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as in aggravated
to make more severe
the harsh winter only worsened the fuel shortage
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Recent Examples of worsened
My Raynaud’s Syndrome, which I’d had for years but had recently worsened, went from flaring occasionally to flaring daily — my fingers and toes turning blue without warning, and eventually my lips, too.
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Melissa Gonzalez, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Sep. 2025
Carol Mitchell’s niece, Pam Muxfeldt, also said the publicity, lifestyle changes and disruptions in the months since the burglary have worsened her aunt’s Alzheimer’s symptoms.
—Ingrid Harbo, Twin Cities, 24 Sep. 2025
After the game, though, as his condition worsened, team personnel encouraged him to go to the hospital, per ESPN.
—Skyler Trepel, PEOPLE, 23 Sep. 2025
Over a dozen other rural hospitals in Idaho are in a precarious financial position, worsened by rising costs and workforce shortages.
—Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 21 Sep. 2025
As her symptoms rapidly worsened, a rather brusque doctor was called to our house.
—Patti Newton, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Sep. 2025
After moving from East Nashville and spending six years living with her parents near Chattanooga, Fowler's condition worsened.
—Marcus K. Dowling, Nashville Tennessean, 18 Sep. 2025
Or maybe the economic outlook has worsened.
—Catherine Brock, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
In the lead-up to Monday’s hearing – held three days before Martinez’s 68th birthday – defense lawyers filed motions arguing for leniency based partly on what a doctor said was a dangerous heart condition worsened by stress.
—Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 15 Sep. 2025
Melissa Gonzalez, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Sep. 2025
Carol Mitchell’s niece, Pam Muxfeldt, also said the publicity, lifestyle changes and disruptions in the months since the burglary have worsened her aunt’s Alzheimer’s symptoms.
—Ingrid Harbo, Twin Cities, 24 Sep. 2025
After the game, though, as his condition worsened, team personnel encouraged him to go to the hospital, per ESPN.
—Skyler Trepel, PEOPLE, 23 Sep. 2025
Over a dozen other rural hospitals in Idaho are in a precarious financial position, worsened by rising costs and workforce shortages.
—Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 21 Sep. 2025
As her symptoms rapidly worsened, a rather brusque doctor was called to our house.
—Patti Newton, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Sep. 2025
After moving from East Nashville and spending six years living with her parents near Chattanooga, Fowler's condition worsened.
—Marcus K. Dowling, Nashville Tennessean, 18 Sep. 2025
Or maybe the economic outlook has worsened.
—Catherine Brock, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
In the lead-up to Monday’s hearing – held three days before Martinez’s 68th birthday – defense lawyers filed motions arguing for leniency based partly on what a doctor said was a dangerous heart condition worsened by stress.
—Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 15 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for worsened
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But internal emails, police reports and interviews with current and former Division of Youth Services staff members show leadership grew increasingly worried as safety conditions deteriorated inside the Golden campus.—
Sam Tabachnik,
Denver Post,
26 Sep. 2025
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The scene deteriorated further when Grosjean failed to emerge from the wreck.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Sep. 2025
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After missing the previous two games, Purdy aggravated his right big toe injury in Sunday’s 26-21 home loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, calling into question his availability for Thursday’s game at the Los Angeles Rams.—
Cam Inman,
Mercury News,
29 Sep. 2025
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Man charged in shooting A man identified in court documents as Jermaine Hall has been charged with unlawful use of a weapon, armed criminal action and aggravated fleeing a stop or detention in connection with the shooting.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
27 Sep. 2025
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Instead, Bryant’s body has crumbled.—
Andy McCullough,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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When that didn't work, Cincy crumbled.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
30 Sep. 2025
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China's official gauge for manufacturing activity showed a smaller-than-expected contraction in September as Beijing intensified its efforts aimed at curbing industrial overcapacity amid sluggish domestic demand and global trade disruptions.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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Every stage leading up to Election Day will likely be shaped by ongoing legal battles, redistricting disputes and intensified scrutiny of political messaging.—
Deputy News Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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As the two soldiers descended the elevator to the three art vaults, escorted by the bank manager, neither Madame Matisse nor Marguerite was present.—
Christopher C. Gorham
September 29,
Literary Hub,
29 Sep. 2025
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The path into the cave descended steeply, and the ceiling lowered so that everyone had to bend and then squat.—
Ann Patchett,
New Yorker,
29 Sep. 2025
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Solving housing crisis on Earth The current housing crisis is deepened by conventional construction’s inability to meet soaring demand due to its high cost and slow pace.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Sep. 2025
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Gun violence in Missouri The fatal shooting has deepened ongoing fractures in Missouri over the state’s approach to gun violence.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
29 Sep. 2025
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The Manitowoc County Sheriff’s Office also declined to answer whether deputies assisted in the operation.—
Sophie Carson,
jsonline.com,
27 Sep. 2025
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Mortgage rates have been coming down, but there has yet to be a spike in homebuying activity—and one leading indicator has even declined.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
27 Sep. 2025
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However, ongoing weather conditions have complicated those efforts.—
Rey Covarrubias Jr,
AZCentral.com,
27 Sep. 2025
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Whale ranching, for example, was complicated by the vast range of whale migration.—
Danny Robb,
JSTOR Daily,
26 Sep. 2025
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“Worsened.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/worsened. Accessed 5 Oct. 2025.
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