deterioration

Example Sentences

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At those even colder temperatures, deterioration slowed down further.

From Science Daily

The challenge, as you point out, is that your relative willingly gave this person power of attorney, and given their deterioration, it will be difficult for them to rescind it.

From MarketWatch

It would take a clear deterioration in the job market to justify a cut, he said.

From Barron's

Porter says the surging value of gold exports partially masked a deterioration in Canada’s net trade in 2025, as U.S. tariffs weighed on exports.

From The Wall Street Journal

The city's waterworks bureau said in a statement on Thursday that it was grateful for the gold donation and would put it to good use - including tackling the deterioration of water pipes.

From BBC