compounded
Example Sentences
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“In a context compounded by so much global instability, these two industrial trading blocs…are what we should keep,” the Maltese politician said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
The increasing popularity of prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket has compounded pressure on them to address suspicious activity, with lawmakers, regulators and prosecutors raising concerns about insider trading.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
These fears were compounded by not knowing for several months why Alfie died.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
She said being forced to share custody compounded her trauma and made it harder to heal.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
“Your dad suffered a bout of indigestion, and compounded with all the stress he says he’s been under, it manifested as chest pain.”
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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