exacerbate

Example Sentences

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Trade negotiations also exacerbate the tense geopolitical environment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

“Placing thousands of people in warehouses that were never intended to house human beings will only exacerbate these problems,” the letter reads.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

President Aoun, a former army chief, had ruled out using force, warning that this could exacerbate sectarian divisions and lead to violence.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

Environmental advocates who brought the case say the decision will exacerbate California’s energy affordability crisis.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 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