worsening

Example Sentences

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Perhaps some investors will shrug if these measures show worsening sentiment.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

That’s despite the fact that climate change is worsening, the risk of playing in dangerous heat is rising and the federation, FIFA, has a commitment to reduce its carbon emissions 50% by 2030.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

The researchers say tropical rivers should be considered a top priority for mitigation efforts aimed at preventing worsening oxygen depletion.

From Science Daily • May 17, 2026

Cuba was hit by worsening power outages on Thursday as the island's communist government said oil reserves had run out and rare protests broke out around the capital Havana.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

An important shipment of plants from California failed to arrive, worsening an already critical shortage of all plants.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson