worsened; worsening
ˈwərs-niŋ,
ˈwər-sᵊn-iŋ
: to make worse
: to become worse
the weather began to worsen
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Examples of worsen in a Sentence
Spending more money is only going to worsen the problem.
the condition of the house worsened with every year of neglect
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Harsh detergents: Shampoos with stripping ingredients, such as ammonium lauryl sulfate or ammonium laureth sulfate, can be harsh on the scalp and may worsen seborrheic dermatitis symptoms.
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April Benshosan, Verywell Health, 9 May 2024
His case has also ignited criticism from media and advocacy groups on the worsening climate for independent journalism in Africa's most populous country.
—Emmanuel Akinwotu, NPR, 9 May 2024
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April Benshosan, Verywell Health, 9 May 2024
His case has also ignited criticism from media and advocacy groups on the worsening climate for independent journalism in Africa's most populous country.
—Emmanuel Akinwotu, NPR, 9 May 2024
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“Worsen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/worsen. Accessed 14 May. 2024.
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