as in deterioration
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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
Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 5 May 2026
The South Bay has been able to absorb thousands of layoffs yet still avoid a worsening of the jobless rate in the region, Hancock noted.
—George Avalos, Mercury News, 17 Apr. 2026
Two of the people with MS, including Miller, have progressive MS, a form of the disease marked by gradual worsening of neurological function and disabilities over time.
—Kaitlin Sullivan, NBC news, 15 Mar. 2026
With America’s loneliness epidemic worsening, there’s a real risk of suicide rates continuing to rise.
—Sam Manzella, Flow Space, 5 Mar. 2026
Homelessness in Detroit Detroit’s homelessness crisis is both long-standing and worsening.
—Deyanira Nevárez Martínez, The Conversation, 4 Mar. 2026
Studies show that up to 70% of women report a significant worsening of ADHD symptoms during perimenopause, yet almost none of them were told this would happen.
—Sarah Oreck, SELF, 2 Mar. 2026
Those protests began in Tehran in late December in response to the collapse of the Iranian currency and the worsening of economic conditions, and then quickly took on a political character -- with crowds on the streets openly calling for regime change.
—Kevin Shalvey, ABC News, 6 Feb. 2026
If your skin reaction is severe, worsening, persistent, or associated with allergy symptoms, get prompt medical attention.
—Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 26 Jan. 2026
Jason Ma, Fortune, 15 May 2026
Samsung has warned that the AI boom is worsening chip shortages and creating headwinds for its own smartphone and display units.
—Ron Schmelzer, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Alcohol as a sleep aid backfires by reducing REM sleep and worsening overall sleep quality.
—Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 May 2026
Even though many senators are already independently wealthy, the legislation's success represented a rare point of bipartisan progress amid ever-worsening Washington gridlock.
—Zachary Schermele, USA Today, 14 May 2026
Overreliance on one industry makes economies betting on high-tech development vulnerable to market corrections, if AI development falters, or if worsening commodities shortages eventually hinder production of electronic components.
—Stephanie Yang, CNN Money, 12 May 2026
Some local environmentalists said Segura’s departure brings more upheaval for a city already grappling with worsening climate challenges.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
Patients with thyroid conditions should talk to their endocrinologist about TED, to ensure that any new or worsening eye symptoms are being monitored.
—Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 6 May 2026
The worsening storm caused the Colorado Rockies to reschedule two games against the New York Mets.
—ABC News, 5 May 2026
Noun
However, the incidents have contributed to a worsening of the mood around Madrid and should also be considered notable for that reason.
—Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 5 May 2026
The South Bay has been able to absorb thousands of layoffs yet still avoid a worsening of the jobless rate in the region, Hancock noted.
—George Avalos, Mercury News, 17 Apr. 2026
Two of the people with MS, including Miller, have progressive MS, a form of the disease marked by gradual worsening of neurological function and disabilities over time.
—Kaitlin Sullivan, NBC news, 15 Mar. 2026
With America’s loneliness epidemic worsening, there’s a real risk of suicide rates continuing to rise.
—Sam Manzella, Flow Space, 5 Mar. 2026
Homelessness in Detroit Detroit’s homelessness crisis is both long-standing and worsening.
—Deyanira Nevárez Martínez, The Conversation, 4 Mar. 2026
Studies show that up to 70% of women report a significant worsening of ADHD symptoms during perimenopause, yet almost none of them were told this would happen.
—Sarah Oreck, SELF, 2 Mar. 2026
Those protests began in Tehran in late December in response to the collapse of the Iranian currency and the worsening of economic conditions, and then quickly took on a political character -- with crowds on the streets openly calling for regime change.
—Kevin Shalvey, ABC News, 6 Feb. 2026
If your skin reaction is severe, worsening, persistent, or associated with allergy symptoms, get prompt medical attention.
—Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 26 Jan. 2026
Verb
Higher yields boost interest costs, which are running at $1 trillion a year, worsening the budget deficit and adding even more to the total debt burden.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 15 May 2026
Samsung has warned that the AI boom is worsening chip shortages and creating headwinds for its own smartphone and display units.
—Ron Schmelzer, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Alcohol as a sleep aid backfires by reducing REM sleep and worsening overall sleep quality.
—Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 May 2026
Even though many senators are already independently wealthy, the legislation's success represented a rare point of bipartisan progress amid ever-worsening Washington gridlock.
—Zachary Schermele, USA Today, 14 May 2026
Overreliance on one industry makes economies betting on high-tech development vulnerable to market corrections, if AI development falters, or if worsening commodities shortages eventually hinder production of electronic components.
—Stephanie Yang, CNN Money, 12 May 2026
Some local environmentalists said Segura’s departure brings more upheaval for a city already grappling with worsening climate challenges.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
Patients with thyroid conditions should talk to their endocrinologist about TED, to ensure that any new or worsening eye symptoms are being monitored.
—Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 6 May 2026
The worsening storm caused the Colorado Rockies to reschedule two games against the New York Mets.
—ABC News, 5 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for worsening
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The following month, the Veterans Administration filed a report stating that the Nautilus Veterans Hospital was in a severe state of deterioration, mostly because of the dampness from the sea air, which caused the concrete’s steel rods to rust and give way.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
13 May 2026
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The switch in alliances has coincided with the rapid deterioration of the security situation in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
10 May 2026
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Mohammadi’s family said her health had been deteriorating in prison, in part because she was heavily beaten during her arrest.—
Sarah el Deeb,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2026
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In recent years, the island’s deteriorating infrastructure has been a backdrop for violence, neglect, and death; a federal judge has deemed its conditions unconstitutional.—
Molly Fischer,
New Yorker,
11 May 2026
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Tensions around this trade are deepening – playing out against a backdrop in which Beijing seeks stability in its relationship with the US, but also holds close economic and diplomatic ties with Iran.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
12 May 2026
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While one-person shows are often built to showcase an actor’s shape-shifting skills, Lowe’s script, Meltzer’s direction and Rosenberg’s performance use the many supporting characters as a means of deepening Moses’ story.—
Michelle F. Solomon,
Miami Herald,
12 May 2026
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These concerns have led to the weakening of the rupee against the dollar, sending it to record lows in recent days.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
13 May 2026
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But the weakening of that regime weakens the proxies as well.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
10 May 2026
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday that Cuban authorities have not accepted an offer of $100 million in humanitarian aid from the United States to help a population struggling with widespread shortages and a crumbling economy.—
Nora Gámez Torres,
Miami Herald,
8 May 2026
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Gang violence, death threats and a crumbling judicial system have stalled an ongoing investigation.—
David Fischer,
Sun Sentinel,
8 May 2026
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Behind the scenes, though, a scramble has been intensifying to hold together a fragile coalition politically and tenuous competition financially.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
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But i-Ready is facing mounting backlash, and the revolt is intensifying as parents question how much time children spend on screens at school.—
Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC news,
12 May 2026
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More bailouts would paper over the failings of federal regulation.—
Marc Scribner,
Washington Post,
13 May 2026
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Equally important is practicing self-care and self-compassion, which, Broder says, means treating yourself with kindness instead of judgment and recognizing that your patterns developed as a way to cope, not as a personal failing.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
12 May 2026
Verb
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Black Bear officials cited the program's declining participation rates and finances as the reason.—
Kenny Jacoby,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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Sadly, bat populations are declining rapidly in North America.—
The Conversation,
Fortune,
14 May 2026
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“Worsening.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/worsening. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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