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deterioration

[dih-teer-ee-uh-rey-shuhn] / dɪˌtɪər i əˈreɪ ʃən /


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Brooklyn Rivera, who founded the central American nation's indigenous movement Yatama, died due to "physical and neurological deterioration" linked to a Covid-19 infection, the Nicaraguan Ministry of Health stated on Sunday.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Just as importantly, the synapses that connect nerve cells were protected from deterioration.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2026

He does note this was partially offset by modest credit deterioration, with the all-bank impaired PCL ratio widening 3 basis points on-quarter and 4 points on-year.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

The deterioration in living conditions on the island has led to street protests amid blackouts that often last over 20 hours.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

Before Kepler had time to make any decision, a deterioration in the religious situation made the decision for him.

From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin




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