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exacerbate

[ig-zas-er-beyt, ek-sas-] / ɪgˈzæs ərˌbeɪt, ɛkˈsæs- /


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That would exacerbate the problem as flows are being diverted through that route from the Strait of Hormuz, Shuchart adds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

The new revelations are likely to exacerbate pressure on Morena, whose founder, López Obrador, rose to power on a promise to combat corruption, which he said fueled violence.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

Leo's predecessor Pope Francis spoke extensively on the subject, calling for AI to be regulated and warning that it could exacerbate inequalities.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

Professor McDonald said although revising the NAP regulations posed "a challenge" for the Daera minister and the executive, failure to do so would only exacerbate the challenges faced by the next generation of farmers.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

Zeitoun knew not to exacerbate the situation, and assumed that when they were interviewed by a superior, everything would be explained.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers




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